Wussan - Kangan, Ganderbal
Wussan is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kagan and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ganderbal. Woussan A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Wussan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wussan is 002887. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.2 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Wussan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wussan
According to the 2011 Census, Wussan village had a total population of 4,810 people, including 2,459 males and 2,351 females, living in 751 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.48%, with male literacy at 64.42% and female literacy at 45.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 940.
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 | 4,810 | 2,459 | 2,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 866 | 416 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 940 | 465 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 2,188 | 1,316 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,622 | 1,143 | 1,479 |
Nearby Villages of Wussan
Wussan 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 Wussan
Wussan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Ganderbal to Wussan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wussan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wussan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wussan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wussan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wussan
Where is Wussan located?
Wussan village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Wussan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Wussan is Woussan A.
What is the pincode of Wussan?
The pincode of Wussan is 191202.
What is the population of Wussan?
Wussan had a total population of 4,810, including 2,459 males and 2,351 females.
How many households are there in Wussan?
Wussan had 751 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wussan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wussan was 55.48%. Male literacy was 64.42% and female literacy was 45.87%.