Jajar Khitoli - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Jajar Khitoli is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Uprada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajar Khitoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajar Khitoli is 049695. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.7 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jajar Khitoli 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajar Khitoli
According to the 2011 Census, Jajar Khitoli village had a total population of 47 people, including 24 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 90.48%.
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 | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Jajar Khitoli
Jajar Khitoli 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 Khitoli
Jajar Khitoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Jajar Khitoli is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jajar Khitoli is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajar Khitoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajar Khitoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jajar Khitoli
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 Khitoli 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 Khitoli
Where is Jajar Khitoli located?
Jajar Khitoli village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jajar Khitoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajar Khitoli is Uprada.
What is the pincode of Jajar Khitoli?
The pincode of Jajar Khitoli is 262531.
What is the population of Jajar Khitoli?
Jajar Khitoli had a total population of 47, including 24 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Jajar Khitoli?
Jajar Khitoli had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajar Khitoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajar Khitoli was 87.50%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 90.48%.