Wachi - Zainapora, Shopian
Wachi is a village situated in the Zainapora tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Shopian and around 20 km from Shopian. Watchi A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Wachi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wachi is 003327. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.4 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Wachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wachi
According to the 2011 Census, Wachi village had a total population of 3,943 people, including 1,931 males and 2,012 females, living in 705 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.61%, with male literacy at 77.84% and female literacy at 55.86%.
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 | 3,943 | 1,931 | 2,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 239 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,304 | 1,317 | 987 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,639 | 614 | 1,025 |
Nearby Villages of Wachi
Wachi 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 Wachi
Wachi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Wachi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Wachi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Wachi is about 20 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 Wachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Wachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wachi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wachi
Where is Wachi located?
Wachi village is located in Zainapora Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Wachi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Wachi is Watchi A.
What is the pincode of Wachi?
The pincode of Wachi is 192303.
What is the population of Wachi?
Wachi had a total population of 3,943, including 1,931 males and 2,012 females.
How many households are there in Wachi?
Wachi had 705 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wachi was 66.61%. Male literacy was 77.84% and female literacy was 55.86%.