Wajyula - Garud, Bageshwar
Wajyula is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Vajyula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wajyula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wajyula is 051345. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.84 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Wajyula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wajyula
As per Census 2011, Wajyula village has a total population of 1,349 people, consisting of 624 males and 725 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 966 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wajyula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,349 | 624 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 256 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 518 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 106 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Wajyula
Wajyula 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 Wajyula
Wajyula 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Wajyula is about 34 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 Wajyula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wajyula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wajyula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wajyula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wajyula
Where is Wajyula located?
Wajyula village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wajyula?
The Gram Panchayat of Wajyula is Vajyula.
What is the pincode of Wajyula?
The pincode of Wajyula is 263635.
What is the population of Wajyula?
Wajyula has a total population of 1,349, including 624 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Wajyula?
There are 318 households in Wajyula.
What is the literacy rate in Wajyula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wajyula is 71.61%. Male literacy is 83.01% and female literacy is 61.79%.