Watgal - Maski, Raichur
Watgal is a village situated in the Maski taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 65 km from Manvi and around 80 km from Raichur. Vatagal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watgal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watgal is 600888. The village covers a total geographical area of 2888.8 hectares and falls under the 584120 pincode. Lingsugur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Watgal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maski Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watgal
As per Census 2011, Watgal village has a total population of 1,823 people, consisting of 910 males and 913 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watgal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,823 | 910 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 183 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 154 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 541 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 369 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Watgal
Watgal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ameengad | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Basapur | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Eklasapur | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Nelkola | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Parasapur | East | 4.67 km |
| Anandgal | West | 4.78 km |
| Chilkaragi | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Irkal | South | 4.88 km |
| Kachapur | North | 5.50 km |
| Kotekal | North-West | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watgal
Public transport in the Watgal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kosgi, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lingsugur to Watgal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Watgal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watgal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Watgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watgal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watgal
Where is Watgal located?
Watgal village is located in Maski Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watgal?
The Gram Panchayat of Watgal is Vatagal.
What is the pincode of Watgal?
The pincode of Watgal is 584120.
What is the population of Watgal?
Watgal has a total population of 1,823, including 910 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Watgal?
There are 350 households in Watgal.
What is the literacy rate in Watgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watgal is 47.39%. Male literacy is 59.45% and female literacy is 35.38%.