Jaicholi - Someshwar, Almora
Jaicholi is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jaicholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaicholi is 053326. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.43 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Jaicholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaicholi
As per Census 2011, Jaicholi village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 275 males and 345 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,254 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 440 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaicholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 275 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 75 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 227 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 48 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Jaicholi
Jaicholi 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 Jaicholi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Jaicholi.
| 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 Almora to Jaicholi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaicholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaicholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaicholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaicholi 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaicholi
Where is Jaicholi located?
Jaicholi village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaicholi?
Jaicholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaicholi?
The pincode of Jaicholi is 263637.
What is the population of Jaicholi?
Jaicholi has a total population of 620, including 275 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Jaicholi?
There are 145 households in Jaicholi.
What is the literacy rate in Jaicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaicholi is 70.97%. Male literacy is 82.55% and female literacy is 61.74%.