Waskura
About Waskura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Waskura village is 000221. Waskura village is located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Machipora is the gram panchayat of Waskura village.
The total geographical area of village is 118.2 hectares. Waskura has a total population of 1,236 peoples, out of which male population is 631 while female population is 605. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 958 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of waskura village is 48.46% out of which 56.42% males and 40.17% females are literate. There are about 202 houses in waskura village.
Handwara is nearest town to waskura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
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Population of Waskura
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 631 | 605 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 356 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 275 | 362 |
Connectivity of Waskura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waskura
Where is Waskura located?
Waskura village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waskura?
The Gram Panchayat of Waskura is Machipora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Waskura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waskura is 1,236, with 631 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Waskura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waskura village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waskura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waskura is 48.46%. The male literacy rate is 56.42%, while the female literacy rate is 40.17%.