Jingal - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Jingal is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Almora and around 80 km from Almora. Jingal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jingal is 052927. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.69 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Jingal 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 Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jingal
According to the 2011 Census, Jingal village had a total population of 236 people, including 124 males and 112 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.46%, with male literacy at 99.00% and female literacy at 72.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 236 | 124 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 25 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Jingal
Jingal 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 Jingal
Jingal 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 5-10 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 Almora to Jingal is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jingal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jingal 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 Jingal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jingal 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 Jingal
Where is Jingal located?
Jingal village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jingal?
Jingal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jingal?
The pincode of Jingal is 263623.
What is the population of Jingal?
Jingal had a total population of 236, including 124 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Jingal?
Jingal had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jingal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jingal was 86.46%. Male literacy was 99.00% and female literacy was 72.83%.