Watlar - Lar, Ganderbal
Watlar 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 11 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Wutlar A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watlar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watlar is 002847. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.6 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Watlar 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 Watlar
As per Census 2011, Watlar village has a total population of 3,476 people, consisting of 1,760 males and 1,716 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 638 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,744 literate and 1,732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watlar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,476 | 1,760 | 1,716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 360 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,744 | 1,040 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,732 | 720 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Watlar
Watlar 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 Watlar
Watlar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ganderbal to Watlar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Watlar is about 11 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 Watlar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watlar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watlar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watlar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Watlar
Where is Watlar located?
Watlar village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watlar?
The Gram Panchayat of Watlar is Wutlar A.
What is the pincode of Watlar?
The pincode of Watlar is 191201.
What is the population of Watlar?
Watlar has a total population of 3,476, including 1,760 males and 1,716 females.
How many households are there in Watlar?
There are 527 households in Watlar.
What is the literacy rate in Watlar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watlar is 50.17%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 41.03%.