Watan
About Watan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Watan village is 049116. Watan village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Umchiya is the gram panchayat of Watan village.
The total geographical area of village is 174.33 hectares. Watan has a total population of 54 peoples, out of which male population is 30 while female population is 24. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 800 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of watan village is 68.52% out of which 80.00% males and 54.17% females are literate. There are about 12 houses in watan village. Pincode of watan village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Watan 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, Watan village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to watan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Watan
The population details of Watan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Connectivity of Watan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watan
Where is Watan located?
Watan village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watan?
The Gram Panchayat of Watan is Umchiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Watan?
The pincode of Watan is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Watan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watan is 54, with 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Watan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Watan village has a total of 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watan is 68.52%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 54.17%.