Jajar - Bhanoli, Almora
Jajar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jajar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajar is 053597. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.35 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Jajar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajar
According to the 2011 Census, Jajar village had a total population of 288 people, including 134 males and 154 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.24%, with male literacy at 98.17% and female literacy at 82.39%.
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 | 288 | 134 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 107 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Jajar
Jajar 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 Jajar
Jajar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Jajar is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jajar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jajar
Where is Jajar located?
Jajar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jajar?
Jajar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jajar?
The pincode of Jajar is 263622.
What is the population of Jajar?
Jajar had a total population of 288, including 134 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Jajar?
Jajar had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajar was 89.24%. Male literacy was 98.17% and female literacy was 82.39%.