Jamar - Ranikhet, Almora
Jamar is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kapina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamar is 052449. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.79 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Jamar 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 Jamar
According to the 2011 Census, Jamar village had a total population of 226 people, including 119 males and 107 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.09%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 87.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
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 | 226 | 119 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 97 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Jamar
Jamar 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 Jamar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jamar.
| 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 Jamar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jamar is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamar
Where is Jamar located?
Jamar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamar is Kapina.
What is the pincode of Jamar?
The pincode of Jamar is 263645.
What is the population of Jamar?
Jamar had a total population of 226, including 119 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Jamar?
Jamar had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamar was 94.09%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 87.64%.