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.
Here you can discover what makes Watal Bag unique in its vibrant Lar-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Watal Bag’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Watal Bag has a total population of about 1,229, with approximately 628 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 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 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.92%, with male literacy at about 63.22% and female literacy near 46.26%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Watal Bag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.