Jaurasi - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Jaurasi is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Jaurasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaurasi is 054553. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.56 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jaurasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaurasi
As per Census 2011, Jaurasi village has a total population of 503 people, consisting of 272 males and 231 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaurasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 272 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 133 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 223 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 49 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Jaurasi
Jaurasi 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 Jaurasi
Jaurasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Almora to Jaurasi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Jaurasi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaurasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaurasi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jaurasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaurasi 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 Jaurasi
Where is Jaurasi located?
Jaurasi village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaurasi?
Jaurasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaurasi?
The pincode of Jaurasi is 263135.
What is the population of Jaurasi?
Jaurasi has a total population of 503, including 272 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Jaurasi?
There are 106 households in Jaurasi.
What is the literacy rate in Jaurasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaurasi is 76.34%. Male literacy is 81.99% and female literacy is 69.70%.