Jal Dhaular - Someshwar, Almora
Jal Dhaular is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jal Dhaulad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jal Dhaular village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jal Dhaular is 053324. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.64 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Jal Dhaular 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 Jal Dhaular
As per Census 2011, Jal Dhaular village has a total population of 596 people, consisting of 269 males and 327 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,215 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jal Dhaular are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 596 | 269 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 47 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 177 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 191 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 78 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Jal Dhaular
Jal Dhaular 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 Jal Dhaular
Jal Dhaular is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Jal Dhaular is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jal Dhaular
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jal Dhaular 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jal Dhaular
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jal Dhaular village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jal Dhaular
Where is Jal Dhaular located?
Jal Dhaular village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jal Dhaular?
The Gram Panchayat of Jal Dhaular is Jal Dhaulad.
What is the pincode of Jal Dhaular?
The pincode of Jal Dhaular is 263637.
What is the population of Jal Dhaular?
Jal Dhaular has a total population of 596, including 269 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Jal Dhaular?
There are 137 households in Jal Dhaular.
What is the literacy rate in Jal Dhaular?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jal Dhaular is 63.93%. Male literacy is 71.00% and female literacy is 58.10%.