Jhargaon - Sult, Almora
Jhargaon is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jhar Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhargaon is 052171. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.56 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jhargaon village had a total population of 509 people, including 266 males and 243 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.49%, with male literacy at 92.15% and female literacy at 65.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 509 | 266 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 223 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 43 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Jhargaon
Jhargaon 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 Jhargaon
Public transport in the Jhargaon is mainly available through bus 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 Ramnagar to Jhargaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jhargaon is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhargaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhargaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhargaon
Where is Jhargaon located?
Jhargaon village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhargaon is Jhar Gaon.
What is the pincode of Jhargaon?
The pincode of Jhargaon is 244715.
What is the population of Jhargaon?
Jhargaon had a total population of 509, including 266 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Jhargaon?
Jhargaon had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhargaon was 79.49%. Male literacy was 92.15% and female literacy was 65.93%.