Jhuranga - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Jhuranga is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jhuranga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhuranga is 051999. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.14 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Jhuranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhuranga
As per Census 2011, Jhuranga village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 128 males and 149 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,164 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhuranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 128 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 24 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Jhuranga
Jhuranga 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 Jhuranga
Public transport in the Jhuranga is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ranikhet to Jhuranga is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jhuranga is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhuranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhuranga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhuranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhuranga 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhuranga
Where is Jhuranga located?
Jhuranga village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhuranga?
Jhuranga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhuranga?
The pincode of Jhuranga is 263658.
What is the population of Jhuranga?
Jhuranga has a total population of 277, including 128 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Jhuranga?
There are 53 households in Jhuranga.
What is the literacy rate in Jhuranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhuranga is 70.40%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 61.07%.