Wafilagaon Malla - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Wafilagaon Malla is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Bageshwar and around 55 km from Bageshwar. Bafilagaon Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wafilagaon Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wafilagaon Malla is 050879. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.94 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Wafilagaon Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wafilagaon Malla
As per Census 2011, Wafilagaon Malla village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 120 males and 131 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wafilagaon Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 120 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 23 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Wafilagaon Malla
Wafilagaon Malla 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 Wafilagaon Malla
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Wafilagaon Malla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bageshwar to Wafilagaon Malla is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wafilagaon Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wafilagaon Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Wafilagaon Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wafilagaon Malla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wafilagaon Malla
Where is Wafilagaon Malla located?
Wafilagaon Malla village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wafilagaon Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Wafilagaon Malla is Bafilagaon Malla.
What is the pincode of Wafilagaon Malla?
The pincode of Wafilagaon Malla is 263634.
What is the population of Wafilagaon Malla?
Wafilagaon Malla has a total population of 251, including 120 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Wafilagaon Malla?
There are 46 households in Wafilagaon Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Wafilagaon Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wafilagaon Malla is 71.31%. Male literacy is 80.83% and female literacy is 62.60%.