Watergam - Wagoora, Baramulla
Watergam is a village situated in the Wagoora tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Kreeri and around 15 km from Baramulla. Watergam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watergam is 002476. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.3 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Watergam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangrama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watergam
According to the 2011 Census, Watergam village had a total population of 2,378 people, including 1,247 males and 1,131 females, living in 411 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.58%, with male literacy at 80.63% and female literacy at 53.66%.
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 | 2,378 | 1,247 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 168 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 870 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 377 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Watergam
Watergam 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 Watergam
Watergam 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 Watergam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Watergam is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Watergam is about 15 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 Watergam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watergam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watergam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watergam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Watergam
Where is Watergam located?
Watergam village is located in Wagoora Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watergam?
Watergam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watergam?
The pincode of Watergam is 193303.
What is the population of Watergam?
Watergam had a total population of 2,378, including 1,247 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Watergam?
Watergam had 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watergam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watergam was 67.58%. Male literacy was 80.63% and female literacy was 53.66%.