Jaodh - Dhari, Nainital
Jaodh is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Simal Kanya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaodh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaodh is 054995. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.03 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Jaodh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaodh
According to the 2011 Census, Jaodh village had a total population of 185 people, including 90 males and 95 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.53%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 51.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 59 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Jaodh
Jaodh 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 Jaodh
Jaodh 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 Bhimtal to Jaodh is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Jaodh is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaodh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaodh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaodh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaodh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaodh
Where is Jaodh located?
Jaodh village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaodh?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaodh is Simal Kanya.
What is the pincode of Jaodh?
The pincode of Jaodh is 263132.
What is the population of Jaodh?
Jaodh had a total population of 185, including 90 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Jaodh?
Jaodh had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaodh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaodh was 68.53%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 51.32%.