Jhar Kot - Bageshwar
Jhar Kot is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jharkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhar Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhar Kot is 051060. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.74 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jhar Kot 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhar Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Jhar Kot village had a total population of 621 people, including 368 males and 253 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 688 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 60.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325.
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 | 621 | 368 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 168 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 264 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 104 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Jhar Kot
Jhar Kot 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 Jhar Kot
Jhar Kot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Jhar Kot is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhar Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhar Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhar Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhar Kot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhar Kot
Where is Jhar Kot located?
Jhar Kot village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhar Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhar Kot is Jharkote.
What is the pincode of Jhar Kot?
The pincode of Jhar Kot is 263628.
What is the population of Jhar Kot?
Jhar Kot had a total population of 621, including 368 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Jhar Kot?
Jhar Kot had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhar Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhar Kot was 73.01%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 60.37%.