Wamsu - Mori, Uttarkashi
Wamsu is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 172 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Odata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wamsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wamsu is 040212. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.84 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Wamsu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Wamsu
According to the 2011 Census, Wamsu village had a total population of 168 people, including 80 males and 88 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.58%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 70.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 10 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Wamsu
Wamsu 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 Wamsu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wamsu.
| 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 Wamsu is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Wamsu is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wamsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wamsu 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 Wamsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wamsu 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 Wamsu
Where is Wamsu located?
Wamsu village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wamsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Wamsu is Odata.
What is the pincode of Wamsu?
The pincode of Wamsu is 249128.
What is the population of Wamsu?
Wamsu had a total population of 168, including 80 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Wamsu?
Wamsu had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wamsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wamsu was 81.58%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 70.13%.