Jhuni - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Jhuni 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 56 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jhuni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhuni is 050538. The village covers a total geographical area of 2939.56 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Jhuni 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 Jhuni
As per Census 2011, Jhuni village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 233 males and 277 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 150 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 233 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 165 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 68 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Jhuni
Jhuni 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 Jhuni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhuni.
| 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 Jhuni is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhuni 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 Jhuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhuni 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 Jhuni
Where is Jhuni located?
Jhuni village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhuni?
Jhuni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhuni?
The pincode of Jhuni is 263679.
What is the population of Jhuni?
Jhuni has a total population of 510, including 233 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Jhuni?
There are 108 households in Jhuni.
What is the literacy rate in Jhuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhuni is 70.59%. Male literacy is 70.82% and female literacy is 70.40%.