Waterhail - Khansahib, Budgam
Waterhail is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Khansahib and around 12 km from Budgam. Waterhail village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waterhail is 000562. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.4 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Waterhail 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 Waterhail
According to the 2011 Census, Waterhail village had a total population of 3,210 people, including 1,719 males and 1,491 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.31%, with male literacy at 65.70% and female literacy at 40.43%.
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 | 3,210 | 1,719 | 1,491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 835 | 509 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 795 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,944 | 924 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Waterhail
Waterhail 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 Waterhail
Waterhail 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 Waterhail.
| 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 Khansahib to Waterhail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Waterhail is about 12 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 Waterhail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waterhail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Waterhail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waterhail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waterhail
Where is Waterhail located?
Waterhail village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Waterhail?
Waterhail is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waterhail?
The pincode of Waterhail is 191111.
What is the population of Waterhail?
Waterhail had a total population of 3,210, including 1,719 males and 1,491 females.
How many households are there in Waterhail?
Waterhail had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waterhail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waterhail was 53.31%. Male literacy was 65.70% and female literacy was 40.43%.