Jagthana - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Jagthana is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jagthana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagthana is 050600. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.09 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jagthana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Jagthana
As per Census 2011, Jagthana village has a total population of 808 people, consisting of 386 males and 422 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagthana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 386 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 97 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 84 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 229 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 157 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Jagthana
Jagthana 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 Jagthana
Jagthana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jagthana is about 35 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 Jagthana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagthana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagthana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagthana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagthana
Where is Jagthana located?
Jagthana village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagthana?
Jagthana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jagthana?
The pincode of Jagthana is 263642.
What is the population of Jagthana?
Jagthana has a total population of 808, including 386 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Jagthana?
There are 177 households in Jagthana.
What is the literacy rate in Jagthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagthana is 51.24%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 43.84%.