Wachi
Wachi is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Wachi village.
Here you can discover what makes Wachi unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Wachi’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 Wachi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wachi is 003327. The village spans a total geographical area of 533.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192124. Beijbehara is nearest town to Wachi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Wachi
Population of Wachi
According to the 2011 Census, Wachi has a total population of about 3,943, with approximately 1,931 males and 2,012 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 484 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 58.43%, with male literacy at about 68.20% and female literacy near 49.06%. There are around 705 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wachi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,943 | 1,931 | 2,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 239 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,304 | 1,317 | 987 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,639 | 614 | 1,025 |
Connectivity of Wachi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wachi. As per the 2011 stats, Wachi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wachi
Knowing the nearby villages of Wachi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wachi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wachi
- Where is Wachi located?
- Wachi village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Wachi?
- The pincode of Wachi is 192124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wachi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wachi is 3,943, with 1,931 males and 2,012 females.
- How many households are there in Wachi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wachi village has a total of 705 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wachi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wachi is 58.43%. The male literacy rate is 68.20%, while the female literacy rate is 49.06%.