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.
Here you can discover what makes Wagat unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Wagat’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 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.
Google Map of Wagat
Population of Wagat
According to the 2011 Census, Wagat has a total population of about 728, with approximately 363 males and 365 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.89%, with male literacy at about 71.35% and female literacy near 48.49%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wagat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.