Watan - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Watan is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Umchiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watan is 049116. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.33 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Watan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watan
According to the 2011 Census, Watan village had a total population of 54 people, including 30 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.09%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 72.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Watan
Watan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Watan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Watan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharchula to Watan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Watan is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watan 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Watan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watan
Where is Watan located?
Watan village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Watan?
The Gram Panchayat of Watan is Umchiya.
What is the pincode of Watan?
The pincode of Watan is 262545.
What is the population of Watan?
Watan had a total population of 54, including 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Watan?
Watan had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watan was 84.09%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 72.22%.