Jaul - Poornagiri, Champawat
Jaul is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Jaul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaul is 054420. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.24 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Jaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaul
As per Census 2011, Jaul village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 304 males and 241 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 792 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 304 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 42 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 252 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 52 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Jaul
Jaul 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 Jaul
Jaul 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 >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 Tanakpur to Jaul is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Jaul is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaul 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaul
Where is Jaul located?
Jaul village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaul?
Jaul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaul?
The pincode of Jaul is 262523.
What is the population of Jaul?
Jaul has a total population of 545, including 304 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Jaul?
There are 109 households in Jaul.
What is the literacy rate in Jaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaul is 78.72%. Male literacy is 82.89% and female literacy is 73.44%.