Watul
About Watul
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Watul village is 566166. Watul village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Watul village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1329 hectares. Watul has a total population of 1,349 peoples, out of which male population is 657 while female population is 692. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1053 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of watul village is 77.54% out of which 85.39% males and 70.09% females are literate. There are about 339 houses in watul village. Pincode of watul village locality is 415643.
When it comes to administration, Watul village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Watul village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to watul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Watul
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,349 | 657 | 692 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 561 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 96 | 207 |
Connectivity of Watul
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watul
Where is Watul located?
Watul village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watul?
Watul serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Watul?
The pincode of Watul is 415643, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Watul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watul is 1,349, with 657 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Watul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Watul village has a total of 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watul is 77.54%. The male literacy rate is 85.39%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.