Waged - Aripal, Pulwama
Waged is a village situated in the Aripal tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Tral and around 25 km from Pulwama. Wagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waged village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waged is 003045. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.1 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Waged village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waged
As per Census 2011, Waged village has a total population of 1,132 people, consisting of 566 males and 566 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 689 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waged are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,132 | 566 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 276 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 290 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Waged
Waged 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 Waged
Waged 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 Tral to Waged is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Waged is about 25 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 Waged
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waged village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waged
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waged village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Waged
Where is Waged located?
Waged village is located in Aripal Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waged?
The Gram Panchayat of Waged is Wagar.
What is the pincode of Waged?
The pincode of Waged is 192122.
What is the population of Waged?
Waged has a total population of 1,132, including 566 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Waged?
There are 193 households in Waged.
What is the literacy rate in Waged?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waged is 39.13%. Male literacy is 48.76% and female literacy is 29.51%.