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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhuranga
According to the 2011 Census, Jhuranga village had a total population of 277 people, including 128 males and 149 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 98.11% and female literacy at 73.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 277 | 128 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 277, including 128 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Jhuranga?
Jhuranga had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhuranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhuranga was 84.78%. Male literacy was 98.11% and female literacy was 73.39%.