Jajula - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Jajula is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Jogyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajula is 054513. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.76 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Jajula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jajula
According to the 2011 Census, Jajula village had a total population of 167 people, including 84 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.42%, with male literacy at 90.14% and female literacy at 80.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Jajula
Jajula 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 Jajula
Jajula 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Jajula is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Jajula is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajula 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 Jajula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajula 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 Jajula
Where is Jajula located?
Jajula village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jajula?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajula is Jogyani.
What is the pincode of Jajula?
The pincode of Jajula is 263135.
What is the population of Jajula?
Jajula had a total population of 167, including 84 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Jajula?
Jajula had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajula was 85.42%. Male literacy was 90.14% and female literacy was 80.82%.