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.
Watgal has its own place in the vibrant Raichur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Watgal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Watgal village:
- The total population of Watgal village is around 1,823, including approximately 910 males and 913 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Watgal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Watgal village has 392 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 317 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Watgal village is about 47.39%, with male literacy at 59.45% and female literacy at 35.38%.
- There are around 350 households in Watgal village.
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%.