Jhaluwajala Kham - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Jhaluwajala Kham is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Devalchour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhaluwajala Kham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaluwajala Kham is 055547. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.68 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Jhaluwajala Kham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhaluwajala Kham
As per Census 2011, Jhaluwajala Kham village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 93 males and 83 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhaluwajala Kham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 79 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Jhaluwajala Kham
Jhaluwajala Kham 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 Jhaluwajala Kham
Jhaluwajala Kham is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kaladhungi to Jhaluwajala Kham is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Jhaluwajala Kham is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhaluwajala Kham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaluwajala Kham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhaluwajala Kham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaluwajala Kham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhaluwajala Kham
Where is Jhaluwajala Kham located?
Jhaluwajala Kham village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaluwajala Kham?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaluwajala Kham is Devalchour.
What is the pincode of Jhaluwajala Kham?
The pincode of Jhaluwajala Kham is 263140.
What is the population of Jhaluwajala Kham?
Jhaluwajala Kham has a total population of 176, including 93 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Jhaluwajala Kham?
There are 46 households in Jhaluwajala Kham.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaluwajala Kham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaluwajala Kham is 75.57%. Male literacy is 84.95% and female literacy is 65.06%.