Wan - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Wan is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Waan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wan is 040535. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.19 hectares and falls under the 249152 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Wan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wan
As per Census 2011, Wan village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 139 males and 143 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 139 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 118 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 21 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Wan
Wan 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 Wan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Wan.
| 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 Barkot to Wan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Wan is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wan 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 Wan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wan 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 Wan
Where is Wan located?
Wan village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wan?
The Gram Panchayat of Wan is Waan.
What is the pincode of Wan?
The pincode of Wan is 249152.
What is the population of Wan?
Wan has a total population of 282, including 139 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Wan?
There are 66 households in Wan.
What is the literacy rate in Wan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wan is 67.73%. Male literacy is 84.89% and female literacy is 51.05%.