Wadyura - Someshwar, Almora
Wadyura is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Vadyura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadyura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadyura is 053382. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.81 hectares and falls under the 263601 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Wadyura 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadyura
According to the 2011 Census, Wadyura village had a total population of 509 people, including 240 males and 269 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.84%, with male literacy at 81.87% and female literacy at 61.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 509.
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 | 509 | 240 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 240 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 158 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 82 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Wadyura
Wadyura 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 Wadyura
Wadyura 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 Almora to Wadyura is about 30 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 Wadyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadyura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadyura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadyura
Where is Wadyura located?
Wadyura village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wadyura?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadyura is Vadyura.
What is the pincode of Wadyura?
The pincode of Wadyura is 263601.
What is the population of Wadyura?
Wadyura had a total population of 509, including 240 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Wadyura?
Wadyura had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadyura was 70.84%. Male literacy was 81.87% and female literacy was 61.26%.