Jitoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Jitoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bishalkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jitoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitoli is 052496. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.26 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jitoli 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 Jitoli
According to the 2011 Census, Jitoli village had a total population of 41 people, including 21 males and 20 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.10%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Jitoli
Jitoli 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 Jitoli
Jitoli 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 Jitoli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jitoli is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jitoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jitoli 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jitoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jitoli 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 Jitoli
Where is Jitoli located?
Jitoli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jitoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Jitoli is Bishalkot.
What is the pincode of Jitoli?
The pincode of Jitoli is 263645.
What is the population of Jitoli?
Jitoli had a total population of 41, including 21 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Jitoli?
Jitoli had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jitoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitoli was 87.10%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.