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
As per Census 2011, Watlab village has a total population of 2,164 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,061 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,210 literate and 954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watlab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,103 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 154 | 145 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,164, including 1,103 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Watlab?
There are 325 households in Watlab.
What is the literacy rate in Watlab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watlab is 55.91%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 46.28%.