Watal Bag
Watal Bag is a village located in Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Lar (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Waheedpora is the gram panchayat of Watal Bag village.
Watal Bag 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 Watal Bag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watal Bag is 002853. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191131. Ganderbal is nearest town to Watal Bag village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Watal Bag
Population of Watal Bag
Below is a concise population overview of Watal Bag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 628 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 104 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 397 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 231 | 323 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Watal Bag village:
- The total population of Watal Bag village is around 1,229, including approximately 628 males and 601 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 219 children aged 0–6 years in Watal Bag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Watal Bag village has 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Watal Bag village is about 54.92%, with male literacy at 63.22% and female literacy at 46.26%.
- There are around 238 households in Watal Bag village.
Connectivity of Watal Bag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watal Bag. As per the 2011 stats, Watal Bag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Watal Bag
Knowing the nearby villages of Watal Bag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watal Bag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watal Bag
- Where is Watal Bag located?
- Watal Bag village is situated in Lar Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Watal Bag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Watal Bag is Waheedpora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Watal Bag?
- The pincode of Watal Bag is 191131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Watal Bag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watal Bag is 1,229, with 628 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Watal Bag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Watal Bag village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Watal Bag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watal Bag is 54.92%. The male literacy rate is 63.22%, while the female literacy rate is 46.26%.