Jool Chura - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Jool Chura is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhagoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jool Chura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jool Chura is 051992. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.74 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jool Chura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jool Chura
As per Census 2011, Jool Chura village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 55 males and 64 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 18 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jool Chura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Jool Chura
Jool Chura 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 Jool Chura
Public transport in the Jool Chura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ranikhet to Jool Chura is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jool Chura is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jool Chura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jool Chura 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jool Chura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jool Chura 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 Jool Chura
Where is Jool Chura located?
Jool Chura village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jool Chura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jool Chura is Bhagoti.
What is the pincode of Jool Chura?
The pincode of Jool Chura is 263645.
What is the population of Jool Chura?
Jool Chura has a total population of 119, including 55 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Jool Chura?
There are 29 households in Jool Chura.
What is the literacy rate in Jool Chura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jool Chura is 84.87%. Male literacy is 85.45% and female literacy is 84.38%.