Waichham - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Waichham is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Waichham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waichham is 050542. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.12 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Waichham 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waichham
According to the 2011 Census, Waichham village had a total population of 205 people, including 98 males and 107 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.15%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 63.04%.
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 | 205 | 98 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Waichham
Waichham 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 Waichham
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Waichham.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Waichham is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waichham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waichham 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waichham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waichham 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 Waichham
Where is Waichham located?
Waichham village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Waichham?
Waichham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waichham?
The pincode of Waichham is 263632.
What is the population of Waichham?
Waichham had a total population of 205, including 98 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Waichham?
Waichham had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waichham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waichham was 75.15%. Male literacy was 90.41% and female literacy was 63.04%.