Walma - Lamgada, Almora
Walma is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Almora and around 36 km from Almora. Balma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walma is 053187. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.33 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Walma 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walma
According to the 2011 Census, Walma village had a total population of 226 people, including 118 males and 108 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.29%, with male literacy at 95.96% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 226 | 118 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 23 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Walma
Walma 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 Walma
Public transport in the Walma is mainly available through bus 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 Almora to Walma is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walma 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Walma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walma 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 Walma
Where is Walma located?
Walma village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Walma?
The Gram Panchayat of Walma is Balma.
What is the pincode of Walma?
The pincode of Walma is 263625.
What is the population of Walma?
Walma had a total population of 226, including 118 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Walma?
Walma had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walma was 82.29%. Male literacy was 95.96% and female literacy was 67.74%.