Walna - Bageshwar
Walna is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Walna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walna is 051025. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.88 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Walna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walna
As per Census 2011, Walna village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 27 males and 22 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 19 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Walna
Walna 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 Walna
Walna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bageshwar to Walna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walna 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 Walna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walna 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 Walna
Where is Walna located?
Walna village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walna?
Walna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walna?
The pincode of Walna is 263642.
What is the population of Walna?
Walna has a total population of 49, including 27 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Walna?
There are 15 households in Walna.
What is the literacy rate in Walna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walna is 61.22%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 45.45%.