Watgal
Watgal is a village located in Manvi taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Manvi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Vatagal is the gram panchayat of Watgal village.
Here you can discover what makes Watgal unique in its vibrant Manvi-Raichur region. You’ll see Watgal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Watgal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watgal is 600888. The village spans a total geographical area of 2888.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584120. Lingsugur is nearest town to Watgal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Watgal
Population of Watgal
According to the 2011 Census, Watgal has a total population of about 1,823, with approximately 910 males and 913 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 392 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 317. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.39%, with male literacy at about 59.45% and female literacy near 35.38%. There are around 350 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Watgal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Watgal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watgal. As per the 2011 stats, Watgal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Watgal
Knowing the nearby villages of Watgal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watgal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watgal
- Where is Watgal located?
- Watgal village is situated in Manvi Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Watgal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Watgal is Vatagal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Watgal?
- The pincode of Watgal is 584120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Watgal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watgal is 1,823, with 910 males and 913 females.
- How many households are there in Watgal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Watgal village has a total of 350 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Watgal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watgal is 47.39%. The male literacy rate is 59.45%, while the female literacy rate is 35.38%.