Waskura - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Waskura is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Lar and around 15 km from Gaderbal. Waskoora A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Waskura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waskura is 002866. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.4 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Waskura 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 Waskura
According to the 2011 Census, Waskura village had a total population of 1,592 people, including 918 males and 674 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 734 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.30%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 45.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,592 | 918 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 617 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 301 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Waskura
Waskura 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 Waskura
Waskura 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 Ganderbal to Waskura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Waskura is about 15 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 Waskura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waskura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Waskura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waskura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Waskura
Where is Waskura located?
Waskura village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Waskura?
The Halqa Panchayat of Waskura is Waskoora A.
What is the pincode of Waskura?
The pincode of Waskura is 191201.
What is the population of Waskura?
Waskura had a total population of 1,592, including 918 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Waskura?
Waskura had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waskura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waskura was 61.30%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 45.98%.