Wakura

Wakura is a village located in Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lar (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Gaderbal.

Wakura has its own place in the vibrant Ganderbal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Wakura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakura is 002873. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191131. Ganderbal is nearest town to Wakura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Wakura

Below is a concise population overview of Wakura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,463 2,223 2,240
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 763 374 389
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,993 1,211 782
Illiterate Population 2,470 1,012 1,458

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakura village:

  • The total population of Wakura village is around 4,463, including approximately 2,223 males and 2,240 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 763 children aged 0–6 years in Wakura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Wakura village is about 44.66%, with male literacy at 54.48% and female literacy at 34.91%.
  • There are around 681 households in Wakura village.

Connectivity of Wakura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakura. As per the 2011 stats, Wakura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Wakura

Knowing the nearby villages of Wakura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakura.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakura

Where is Wakura located?
Wakura village is situated in Lar Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Wakura?
The pincode of Wakura is 191131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakura is 4,463, with 2,223 males and 2,240 females.
How many households are there in Wakura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakura village has a total of 681 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakura is 44.66%. The male literacy rate is 54.48%, while the female literacy rate is 34.91%.