Joshaura - Dhari, Nainital
Joshaura 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. Jaisuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joshaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joshaura is 054989. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.5 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Joshaura 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 Joshaura
As per Census 2011, Joshaura village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 132 males and 141 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joshaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 199 | 109 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 23 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Joshaura
Joshaura 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 Joshaura
Joshaura 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 Bhimtal to Joshaura is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Joshaura 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 Joshaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joshaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Joshaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joshaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joshaura
Where is Joshaura located?
Joshaura village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joshaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Joshaura is Jaisuda.
What is the pincode of Joshaura?
The pincode of Joshaura is 263132.
What is the population of Joshaura?
Joshaura has a total population of 273, including 132 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Joshaura?
There are 64 households in Joshaura.
What is the literacy rate in Joshaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joshaura is 72.89%. Male literacy is 82.58% and female literacy is 63.83%.