Jyura - Ranikhet, Almora
Jyura is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jiyura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jyura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jyura is 052322. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.23 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jyura 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 Jyura
According to the 2011 Census, Jyura village had a total population of 130 people, including 48 males and 82 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,708 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 57.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 130 | 48 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 12 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Jyura
Jyura 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 Jyura
Jyura 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Jyura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jyura is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jyura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jyura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jyura
Where is Jyura located?
Jyura village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jyura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jyura is Jiyura.
What is the pincode of Jyura?
The pincode of Jyura is 263645.
What is the population of Jyura?
Jyura had a total population of 130, including 48 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Jyura?
Jyura had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jyura was 70.00%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 57.75%.