Waskura - Handwara, Kupwara
Waskura is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Badkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waskura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waskura is 000221. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.2 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Waskura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Waskura
As per Census 2011, Waskura village has a total population of 1,236 people, consisting of 631 males and 605 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 637 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waskura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 631 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 356 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 275 | 362 |
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 Handwara to Waskura is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Waskura 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Waskura
Where is Waskura located?
Waskura village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waskura?
The Gram Panchayat of Waskura is Badkote.
What is the pincode of Waskura?
The pincode of Waskura is 193302.
What is the population of Waskura?
Waskura has a total population of 1,236, including 631 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Waskura?
There are 202 households in Waskura.
What is the literacy rate in Waskura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waskura is 48.46%. Male literacy is 56.42% and female literacy is 40.17%.