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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaul
According to the 2011 Census, Jaul village had a total population of 545 people, including 304 males and 241 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 793 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.82%, with male literacy at 96.18% and female literacy at 80.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 545 | 304 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 42 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 545, including 304 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Jaul?
Jaul had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaul was 88.82%. Male literacy was 96.18% and female literacy was 80.09%.