Wudholi - Jalali, Almora
Wudholi is a village situated in the Jalali tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Dwarahat and around 95 km from Almora. Budhauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wudholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wudholi is 052617. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.29 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Wudholi 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 Wudholi
According to the 2011 Census, Wudholi village had a total population of 186 people, including 85 males and 101 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.48%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 50.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 186 | 85 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 19 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Wudholi
Wudholi 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 Wudholi
Public transport in the Wudholi is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dwarahat to Wudholi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Wudholi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wudholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wudholi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wudholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wudholi 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 Wudholi
Where is Wudholi located?
Wudholi village is located in Jalali Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wudholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wudholi is Budhauli.
What is the pincode of Wudholi?
The pincode of Wudholi is 263653.
What is the population of Wudholi?
Wudholi had a total population of 186, including 85 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Wudholi?
Wudholi had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wudholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wudholi was 67.48%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 50.57%.