Wachoo - Khansahib, Budgam
Wachoo is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Khansahib and around 26 km from Budgam. Wachoo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wachoo is 000536. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.2 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Wachoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wachoo
According to the 2011 Census, Wachoo village had a total population of 542 people, including 283 males and 259 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.09%, with male literacy at 51.23% and female literacy at 14.85%.
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 | 542 | 283 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 80 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 104 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 179 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Wachoo
Wachoo 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 Wachoo
Wachoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khansahib to Wachoo is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Wachoo is about 26 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 Wachoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wachoo 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wachoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wachoo 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wachoo
Where is Wachoo located?
Wachoo village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Wachoo?
Wachoo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wachoo?
The pincode of Wachoo is 191111.
What is the population of Wachoo?
Wachoo had a total population of 542, including 283 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Wachoo?
Wachoo had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wachoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wachoo was 33.09%. Male literacy was 51.23% and female literacy was 14.85%.