Watalpora - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Watalpora is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Tangmarg and around 27 km from Baramulla. Hardichloo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Watalpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watalpora is 002611. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.5 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Gulmarg is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Watalpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watalpora
According to the 2011 Census, Watalpora village had a total population of 1,487 people, including 1,162 males and 325 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 280 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.09%, with male literacy at 94.32% and female literacy at 50.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,487 | 1,162 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 1,029 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 133 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Watalpora
Watalpora 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 Watalpora
Watalpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gulmarg to Watalpora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Watalpora is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watalpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watalpora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Watalpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watalpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Watalpora
Where is Watalpora located?
Watalpora village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Watalpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Watalpora is Hardichloo.
What is the pincode of Watalpora?
The pincode of Watalpora is 193402.
What is the population of Watalpora?
Watalpora had a total population of 1,487, including 1,162 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Watalpora?
Watalpora had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watalpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watalpora was 86.09%. Male literacy was 94.32% and female literacy was 50.59%.