Watlab - Dangarpora, Baramulla
Watlab is a village situated in the Dangarpora tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Sopore and around 25 km from Baramulla. Watlab village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watlab is 002189. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.2 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Watlab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Watlab
According to the 2011 Census, Watlab village had a total population of 2,164 people, including 1,103 males and 1,061 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.88%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 53.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,103 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 154 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 719 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 954 | 384 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Watlab
Watlab is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Watlab
Watlab is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Watlab.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Watlab is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Watlab is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watlab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watlab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Watlab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watlab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Watlab
Where is Watlab located?
Watlab village is located in Dangarpora Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watlab?
Watlab is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watlab?
The pincode of Watlab is 193201.
What is the population of Watlab?
Watlab had a total population of 2,164, including 1,103 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Watlab?
Watlab had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watlab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watlab was 64.88%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 53.60%.