Jhurakandi Urf Matoli - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Jhurakandi Urf Matoli is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Naini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhurakandi Urf Matoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli is 041352. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.39 hectares and falls under the 246440 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jhurakandi Urf Matoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli
As per Census 2011, Jhurakandi Urf Matoli village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 29 males and 37 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,275 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhurakandi Urf Matoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 2 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli
Jhurakandi Urf Matoli 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 Jhurakandi Urf Matoli
Jhurakandi Urf Matoli 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 Karnaprayag to Jhurakandi Urf Matoli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jhurakandi Urf Matoli is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhurakandi Urf Matoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhurakandi Urf Matoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhurakandi Urf Matoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhurakandi Urf Matoli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhurakandi Urf Matoli
Where is Jhurakandi Urf Matoli located?
Jhurakandi Urf Matoli village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli is Naini.
What is the pincode of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli?
The pincode of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli is 246440.
What is the population of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli?
Jhurakandi Urf Matoli has a total population of 66, including 29 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Jhurakandi Urf Matoli?
There are 21 households in Jhurakandi Urf Matoli.
What is the literacy rate in Jhurakandi Urf Matoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhurakandi Urf Matoli is 65.15%. Male literacy is 93.10% and female literacy is 43.24%.