Joshi Gaon - Bageshwar
Joshi Gaon is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ghirouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joshi Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joshi Gaon is 051028. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.42 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Joshi Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joshi Gaon
As per Census 2011, Joshi Gaon village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 149 males and 144 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joshi Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 149 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 113 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 36 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Joshi Gaon
Joshi Gaon 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 Joshi Gaon
Joshi Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bageshwar to Joshi Gaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joshi Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joshi Gaon 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 Joshi Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joshi Gaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Joshi Gaon
Where is Joshi Gaon located?
Joshi Gaon village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joshi Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Joshi Gaon is Ghirouli.
What is the pincode of Joshi Gaon?
The pincode of Joshi Gaon is 263642.
What is the population of Joshi Gaon?
Joshi Gaon has a total population of 293, including 149 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Joshi Gaon?
There are 70 households in Joshi Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Joshi Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joshi Gaon is 71.33%. Male literacy is 75.84% and female literacy is 66.67%.