Jiya Katal - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Jiya Katal is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Yamkeshwar and around 170 km from Pauri. Awai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jiya Katal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiya Katal is 048756. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.95 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Jiya Katal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jiya Katal
According to the 2011 Census, Jiya Katal village had a total population of 58 people, including 22 males and 36 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,636 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Jiya Katal
Jiya Katal 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 Jiya Katal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jiya Katal. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jiya Katal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Jiya Katal is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Jiya Katal is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiya Katal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiya Katal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jiya Katal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiya Katal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jiya Katal
Where is Jiya Katal located?
Jiya Katal village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jiya Katal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiya Katal is Awai.
What is the pincode of Jiya Katal?
The pincode of Jiya Katal is 246121.
What is the population of Jiya Katal?
Jiya Katal had a total population of 58, including 22 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Jiya Katal?
Jiya Katal had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiya Katal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiya Katal was 80.77%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 78.13%.