Wainol - Mori, Uttarkashi
Wainol is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bainol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wainol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wainol is 040251. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.24 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Wainol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Wainol
According to the 2011 Census, Wainol village had a total population of 216 people, including 102 males and 114 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.19%, with male literacy at 78.02% and female literacy at 52.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 216 | 102 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 11 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 71 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 31 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Wainol
Wainol 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 Wainol
Wainol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Barkot to Wainol is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Wainol is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wainol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wainol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wainol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wainol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wainol
Where is Wainol located?
Wainol village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wainol?
The Gram Panchayat of Wainol is Bainol.
What is the pincode of Wainol?
The pincode of Wainol is 249128.
What is the population of Wainol?
Wainol had a total population of 216, including 102 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Wainol?
Wainol had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wainol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wainol was 65.19%. Male literacy was 78.02% and female literacy was 52.22%.