Watalbagh - Lar, Ganderbal
Watalbagh is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Watalbagh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watalbagh is 002853. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.7 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Watalbagh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watalbagh
According to the 2011 Census, Watalbagh village had a total population of 1,229 people, including 628 males and 601 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.83%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 57.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,229 | 628 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 104 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 397 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 231 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Watalbagh
Watalbagh 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 Watalbagh
Watalbagh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Watalbagh is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Watalbagh is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watalbagh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watalbagh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Watalbagh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watalbagh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Watalbagh
Where is Watalbagh located?
Watalbagh village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watalbagh?
Watalbagh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watalbagh?
The pincode of Watalbagh is 191201.
What is the population of Watalbagh?
Watalbagh had a total population of 1,229, including 628 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Watalbagh?
Watalbagh had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watalbagh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watalbagh was 66.83%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 57.20%.