Wagat

Wagat is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Pazalpora is the gram panchayat of Wagat village.

Wagat has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Wagat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wagat is 000229. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Wagat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

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Population of Wagat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 728 363 365
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 54 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 436 259 177
Illiterate Population 292 104 188

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

  • The total population of Wagat village is around 728, including approximately 363 males and 365 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Wagat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Wagat village is about 59.89%, with male literacy at 71.35% and female literacy at 48.49%.
  • There are around 107 households in Wagat village.

Connectivity of Wagat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wagat. As per the 2011 stats, Wagat 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wagat

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

Lachi Pora Turka Pora Wara Pora Pala Pora Ashkan Pora Siraj Pora Majeed Abad Khai Pora Said Pora Poshwan Yamler

Frequently Asked Questions about Wagat

Where is Wagat located?
Wagat village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wagat?
The Gram Panchayat of Wagat is Pazalpora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wagat?
The pincode of Wagat is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wagat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wagat is 728, with 363 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Wagat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wagat village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wagat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wagat is 59.89%. The male literacy rate is 71.35%, while the female literacy rate is 48.49%.