Wakshna - Jalali, Almora
Wakshna is a village situated in the Jalali tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Dwarahat and around 90 km from Almora. Tipola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wakshna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakshna is 052742. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.79 hectares and falls under the 263660 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Wakshna 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakshna
According to the 2011 Census, Wakshna village had a total population of 24 people, including 8 males and 16 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.65%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 93.75%.
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 | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Wakshna
Wakshna 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 Wakshna
Wakshna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Wakshna is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Wakshna is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakshna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakshna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wakshna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakshna 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 Wakshna
Where is Wakshna located?
Wakshna village is located in Jalali Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wakshna?
The Gram Panchayat of Wakshna is Tipola.
What is the pincode of Wakshna?
The pincode of Wakshna is 263660.
What is the population of Wakshna?
Wakshna had a total population of 24, including 8 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Wakshna?
Wakshna had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakshna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakshna was 95.65%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 93.75%.