Jhuma Khet Talla - Gairsain, Chamoli
Jhuma Khet Talla is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jhumakhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhuma Khet Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhuma Khet Talla is 042047. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.03 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Jhuma Khet Talla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhuma Khet Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Jhuma Khet Talla village had a total population of 418 people, including 188 males and 230 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,223 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 95.17% and female literacy at 64.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 418 | 188 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 50 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Jhuma Khet Talla
Jhuma Khet Talla 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 Jhuma Khet Talla
Jhuma Khet Talla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Karnaprayag to Jhuma Khet Talla is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jhuma Khet Talla is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhuma Khet Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhuma Khet Talla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhuma Khet Talla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhuma Khet Talla 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jhuma Khet Talla
Where is Jhuma Khet Talla located?
Jhuma Khet Talla village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhuma Khet Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhuma Khet Talla is Jhumakhet.
What is the pincode of Jhuma Khet Talla?
The pincode of Jhuma Khet Talla is 246486.
What is the population of Jhuma Khet Talla?
Jhuma Khet Talla had a total population of 418, including 188 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Jhuma Khet Talla?
Jhuma Khet Talla had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhuma Khet Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhuma Khet Talla was 77.78%. Male literacy was 95.17% and female literacy was 64.97%.