Watho
Watho is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Watho village. As per 2009 stats, Wathoo is the gram panchayat of Watho village.
Here you can discover what makes Watho unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Watho’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 Watho
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watho is 003370. The village spans a total geographical area of 198.7 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Watho village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Watho
Population of Watho
According to the 2011 Census, Watho has a total population of about 1,397, with approximately 718 males and 679 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 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 45.24%, with male literacy at about 56.13% and female literacy near 33.73%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Watho's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,397 | 718 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 632 | 403 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 315 | 450 |
Connectivity of Watho
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watho. As per the 2011 stats, Watho had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Watho
Knowing the nearby villages of Watho helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watho.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watho
- Where is Watho located?
- Watho village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Watho?
- The Gram Panchayat of Watho is Wathoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Watho as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watho is 1,397, with 718 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Watho as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Watho village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Watho as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watho is 45.24%. The male literacy rate is 56.13%, while the female literacy rate is 33.73%.