Ijjar - Pokhari, Chamoli
Ijjar is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kandai Khola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ijjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ijjar is 041221. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.26 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ijjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ijjar
According to the 2011 Census, Ijjar village had a total population of 68 people, including 26 males and 42 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,615 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 76.92%.
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 | 68 | 26 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 3 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Ijjar
Ijjar 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 Ijjar
Public transport in the Ijjar 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 Karnaprayag to Ijjar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ijjar is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ijjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ijjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ijjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ijjar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ijjar
Where is Ijjar located?
Ijjar village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ijjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ijjar is Kandai Khola.
What is the pincode of Ijjar?
The pincode of Ijjar is 246473.
What is the population of Ijjar?
Ijjar had a total population of 68, including 26 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Ijjar?
Ijjar had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ijjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ijjar was 82.81%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 76.92%.