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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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) |
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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.
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%.