Jhalandev - Lohaghat, Champawat
Jhalandev is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Thuwa Mara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhalandev village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhalandev is 054257. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.31 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jhalandev village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhalandev
According to the 2011 Census, Jhalandev village had a total population of 266 people, including 123 males and 143 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.09%, with male literacy at 92.08% and female literacy at 63.57%.
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 | 266 | 123 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 30 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Jhalandev
Jhalandev 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 Jhalandev
Jhalandev is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lohaghat to Jhalandev is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Jhalandev is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhalandev
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhalandev village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhalandev
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhalandev 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhalandev
Where is Jhalandev located?
Jhalandev village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhalandev?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhalandev is Thuwa Mara.
What is the pincode of Jhalandev?
The pincode of Jhalandev is 262524.
What is the population of Jhalandev?
Jhalandev had a total population of 266, including 123 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Jhalandev?
Jhalandev had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhalandev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhalandev was 76.09%. Male literacy was 92.08% and female literacy was 63.57%.