Jamar - Dwarahat, Almora
Jamar is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jamar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamar is 052631. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.28 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Jamar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamar
As per Census 2011, Jamar village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 57 males and 76 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 57 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jamar
Jamar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salal Khola | North | 0.80 km |
| Bunga | South | 1.06 km |
| Dhyari | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Chora | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Selisar | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Kui | South | 1.92 km |
| Khari | West | 1.99 km |
| Ghusela | South | 2.10 km |
| Talli Mirai | West | 2.19 km |
| Bawas | North-East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jamar. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| 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 Dwarahat to Jamar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jamar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamar 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 Jamar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamar
Where is Jamar located?
Jamar village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamar?
Jamar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamar?
The pincode of Jamar is 263653.
What is the population of Jamar?
Jamar has a total population of 133, including 57 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Jamar?
There are 35 households in Jamar.
What is the literacy rate in Jamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamar is 63.91%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 60.53%.