Waddar Payeen - Zachaldara, Kupwara
Waddar Payeen is a village situated in the Zachaldara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Handwara and around 38 km from Kupwara. Wader Payeen serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Waddar Payeen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waddar Payeen is 000261. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.5 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Waddar Payeen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waddar Payeen
According to the 2011 Census, Waddar Payeen village had a total population of 2,022 people, including 1,055 males and 967 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.84%, with male literacy at 49.46% and female literacy at 33.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 600.
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 | 2,022 | 1,055 | 967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 224 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 320 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 411 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,353 | 644 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Waddar Payeen
Waddar Payeen 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 Waddar Payeen
Public transport in the Waddar Payeen is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Handwara to Waddar Payeen is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Waddar Payeen is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waddar Payeen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waddar Payeen 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Waddar Payeen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waddar Payeen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Waddar Payeen
Where is Waddar Payeen located?
Waddar Payeen village is located in Zachaldara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Waddar Payeen?
The Halqa Panchayat of Waddar Payeen is Wader Payeen.
What is the pincode of Waddar Payeen?
The pincode of Waddar Payeen is 193221.
What is the population of Waddar Payeen?
Waddar Payeen had a total population of 2,022, including 1,055 males and 967 females.
How many households are there in Waddar Payeen?
Waddar Payeen had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waddar Payeen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waddar Payeen was 41.84%. Male literacy was 49.46% and female literacy was 33.59%.