Jatha - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Jatha is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Bageshwar and around 34 km from Bageshwar. Jatha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatha is 051212. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.17 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Jatha 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 Jatha
As per Census 2011, Jatha village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 115 males and 154 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,339 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 115 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 73 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 36 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Jatha
Jatha 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 Jatha
Public transport in the Jatha is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Jatha is about 34 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 Jatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jatha
Where is Jatha located?
Jatha village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatha?
Jatha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jatha?
The pincode of Jatha is 263628.
What is the population of Jatha?
Jatha has a total population of 269, including 115 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Jatha?
There are 71 households in Jatha.
What is the literacy rate in Jatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatha is 59.48%. Male literacy is 68.70% and female literacy is 52.60%.