Jaina - Ranikhet, Almora
Jaina is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gumta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaina is 052455. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.88 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jaina 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaina
According to the 2011 Census, Jaina village had a total population of 168 people, including 76 males and 92 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.67%, with male literacy at 98.51% and female literacy at 77.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 10 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Jaina
Jaina 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 Jaina
Jaina 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 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 Jaina is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jaina is about 75 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 Jaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaina
Where is Jaina located?
Jaina village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaina?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaina is Gumta.
What is the pincode of Jaina?
The pincode of Jaina is 263663.
What is the population of Jaina?
Jaina had a total population of 168, including 76 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Jaina?
Jaina had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaina was 86.67%. Male literacy was 98.51% and female literacy was 77.11%.