Utinda - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Utinda is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Lansdowne and around 90 km from Pauri. Utinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utinda is 047309. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.29 hectares and falls under the 246173 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Utinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utinda
According to the 2011 Census, Utinda village had a total population of 310 people, including 142 males and 168 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.41%, with male literacy at 77.97% and female literacy at 64.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 310 | 142 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 50 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Utinda
Utinda 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 Utinda
Public transport in the Utinda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lansdowne to Utinda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Utinda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utinda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Utinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utinda 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 Utinda
Where is Utinda located?
Utinda village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Utinda?
Utinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Utinda?
The pincode of Utinda is 246173.
What is the population of Utinda?
Utinda had a total population of 310, including 142 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Utinda?
Utinda had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utinda was 70.41%. Male literacy was 77.97% and female literacy was 64.43%.