Josiya Ghuna - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Josiya Ghuna is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Hartapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Josiya Ghuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Josiya Ghuna is 054520. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.04 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Josiya Ghuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Josiya Ghuna
According to the 2011 Census, Josiya Ghuna village had a total population of 63 people, including 31 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.49%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 92.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Josiya Ghuna
Josiya Ghuna 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 Josiya Ghuna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Josiya Ghuna.
| 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 Bhowali to Josiya Ghuna is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Josiya Ghuna is about 28 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 Josiya Ghuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Josiya Ghuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Josiya Ghuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Josiya Ghuna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Josiya Ghuna
Where is Josiya Ghuna located?
Josiya Ghuna village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Josiya Ghuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Josiya Ghuna is Hartapa.
What is the pincode of Josiya Ghuna?
The pincode of Josiya Ghuna is 263135.
What is the population of Josiya Ghuna?
Josiya Ghuna had a total population of 63, including 31 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Josiya Ghuna?
Josiya Ghuna had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Josiya Ghuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Josiya Ghuna was 96.49%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 92.86%.