Waisa Kawnar - Villgam, Kupwara
Waisa Kawnar is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Handwara and around 23 km from Kupwara. Waisa Kawannard serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waisa Kawnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waisa Kawnar is 000252. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.3 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Waisa Kawnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waisa Kawnar
According to the 2011 Census, Waisa Kawnar village had a total population of 1,508 people, including 773 males and 735 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.42%, with male literacy at 66.55% and female literacy at 36.30%.
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 | 1,508 | 773 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 211 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 374 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 399 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Waisa Kawnar
Waisa Kawnar 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 Waisa Kawnar
Waisa Kawnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Waisa Kawnar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Waisa Kawnar is about 23 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 Waisa Kawnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waisa Kawnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waisa Kawnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waisa Kawnar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waisa Kawnar
Where is Waisa Kawnar located?
Waisa Kawnar village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waisa Kawnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Waisa Kawnar is Waisa Kawannard.
What is the pincode of Waisa Kawnar?
The pincode of Waisa Kawnar is 193224.
What is the population of Waisa Kawnar?
Waisa Kawnar had a total population of 1,508, including 773 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Waisa Kawnar?
Waisa Kawnar had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waisa Kawnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waisa Kawnar was 51.42%. Male literacy was 66.55% and female literacy was 36.30%.