Jajar - Ramgarh, Nainital
Jajar is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Nainital and around 50 km from Nainital. Malli Sinauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajar is 054788. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.64 hectares and falls under the 263137 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jajar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajar
According to the 2011 Census, Jajar village had a total population of 120 people, including 59 males and 61 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.90%, with male literacy at 96.08% and female literacy at 68.52%.
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 | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 10 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Jajar
Jajar 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 Jajar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jajar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Jajar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jajar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajar 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 Jajar
Where is Jajar located?
Jajar village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajar is Malli Sinauli.
What is the pincode of Jajar?
The pincode of Jajar is 263137.
What is the population of Jajar?
Jajar had a total population of 120, including 59 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Jajar?
Jajar had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajar was 81.90%. Male literacy was 96.08% and female literacy was 68.52%.