Walana - Ranikhet, Almora
Walana is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Valna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walana is 052417. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.02 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Walana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Walana
As per Census 2011, Walana village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 285 males and 364 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,277 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 285 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 240 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 45 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Walana
Walana 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 Walana
Walana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Walana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Walana is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walana 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 Walana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walana 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 Walana
Where is Walana located?
Walana village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walana?
The Gram Panchayat of Walana is Valna.
What is the pincode of Walana?
The pincode of Walana is 263645.
What is the population of Walana?
Walana has a total population of 649, including 285 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Walana?
There are 140 households in Walana.
What is the literacy rate in Walana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walana is 77.97%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 73.08%.