Bawan Wastar
Bawan Wastar is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Bawan Watsar is the gram panchayat of Bawan Wastar village.
Here you can discover what makes Bawan Wastar unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Bawan Wastar’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 Bawan Wastar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bawan Wastar is 000236. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Bawan Wastar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Bawan Wastar
Population of Bawan Wastar
According to the 2011 Census, Bawan Wastar has a total population of about 1,107, with approximately 590 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 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 344. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.10%, with male literacy at about 49.49% and female literacy near 31.53%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bawan Wastar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 590 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 129 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 181 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 292 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 298 | 354 |
Connectivity of Bawan Wastar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bawan Wastar. As per the 2011 stats, Bawan Wastar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bawan Wastar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bawan Wastar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bawan Wastar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bawan Wastar
- Where is Bawan Wastar located?
- Bawan Wastar village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bawan Wastar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bawan Wastar is Bawan Watsar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bawan Wastar?
- The pincode of Bawan Wastar is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bawan Wastar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bawan Wastar is 1,107, with 590 males and 517 females.
- How many households are there in Bawan Wastar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bawan Wastar village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bawan Wastar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bawan Wastar is 41.10%. The male literacy rate is 49.49%, while the female literacy rate is 31.53%.