Faldwri - Ranikhet, Almora
Faldwri is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Faldwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faldwri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faldwri is 052382. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.97 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Faldwri 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faldwri
According to the 2011 Census, Faldwri village had a total population of 182 people, including 82 males and 100 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.26%, with male literacy at 98.61% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175.
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 | 182 | 82 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 78 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 11 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Faldwri
Faldwri 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 Faldwri
Faldwri 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Faldwri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Faldwri is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faldwri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faldwri 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 Faldwri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faldwri 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 Faldwri
Where is Faldwri located?
Faldwri village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Faldwri?
The Gram Panchayat of Faldwri is Faldwari.
What is the pincode of Faldwri?
The pincode of Faldwri is 263645.
What is the population of Faldwri?
Faldwri had a total population of 182, including 82 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Faldwri?
Faldwri had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faldwri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faldwri was 85.26%. Male literacy was 98.61% and female literacy was 73.81%.