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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Walma village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 118 males and 108 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 118 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| 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 has a total population of 226, including 118 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Walma?
There are 39 households in Walma.
What is the literacy rate in Walma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walma is 69.91%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 58.33%.