Wadda - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Wadda is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Satpuli and around 82 km from Pauri Garhwal. Vadda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadda is 047844. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.85 hectares and falls under the 246113 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Wadda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadda
As per Census 2011, Wadda village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 49 males and 74 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,510 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 49 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 10 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Wadda
Wadda 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 Wadda
Public transport in the Wadda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Wadda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Wadda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadda 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 Wadda
Where is Wadda located?
Wadda village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadda?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadda is Vadda.
What is the pincode of Wadda?
The pincode of Wadda is 246113.
What is the population of Wadda?
Wadda has a total population of 123, including 49 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Wadda?
There are 36 households in Wadda.
What is the literacy rate in Wadda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadda is 61.79%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 50.00%.