Wadni - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Wadni is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Fapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadni is 048883. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.77 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Wadni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadni
According to the 2011 Census, Wadni village had a total population of 204 people, including 99 males and 105 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 55.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 204 | 99 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 72 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 27 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Wadni
Wadni 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 Wadni
Public transport in the Wadni is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Wadni is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Wadni is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadni 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 Wadni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadni 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 Wadni
Where is Wadni located?
Wadni village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wadni?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadni is Fapa.
What is the pincode of Wadni?
The pincode of Wadni is 262554.
What is the population of Wadni?
Wadni had a total population of 204, including 99 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Wadni?
Wadni had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadni was 70.86%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 55.32%.