Wossan
Wossan is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kagan (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Ganderbal. As per 2009 stats, Woussan B is the gram panchayat of Wossan village.
Here you can discover what makes Wossan unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Wossan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wossan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wossan is 002887. The village spans a total geographical area of 362.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191201. Ganderbal is nearest town to Wossan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Wossan
Population of Wossan
According to the 2011 Census, Wossan has a total population of about 4,810, with approximately 2,459 males and 2,351 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 866 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 940. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.49%, with male literacy at about 53.52% and female literacy near 37.09%. There are around 751 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wossan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,810 | 2,459 | 2,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 866 | 416 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 940 | 465 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 2,188 | 1,316 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,622 | 1,143 | 1,479 |
Connectivity of Wossan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wossan. As per the 2011 stats, Wossan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wossan
Knowing the nearby villages of Wossan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wossan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wossan
- Where is Wossan located?
- Wossan village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wossan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wossan is Woussan B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wossan?
- The pincode of Wossan is 191201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wossan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wossan is 4,810, with 2,459 males and 2,351 females.
- How many households are there in Wossan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wossan village has a total of 751 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wossan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wossan is 45.49%. The male literacy rate is 53.52%, while the female literacy rate is 37.09%.