Jajar Mafi - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Jajar Mafi is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Uprada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajar Mafi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajar Mafi is 049693. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.8 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Jajar Mafi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Mafi
As per Census 2011, Jajar Mafi village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 34 males and 35 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jajar Mafi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Jajar Mafi
Jajar Mafi 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 Mafi
Jajar Mafi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Jajar Mafi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jajar Mafi is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajar Mafi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajar Mafi 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 Mafi
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 Mafi 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 Mafi
Where is Jajar Mafi located?
Jajar Mafi village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajar Mafi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajar Mafi is Uprada.
What is the pincode of Jajar Mafi?
The pincode of Jajar Mafi is 262531.
What is the population of Jajar Mafi?
Jajar Mafi has a total population of 69, including 34 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Jajar Mafi?
There are 14 households in Jajar Mafi.
What is the literacy rate in Jajar Mafi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajar Mafi is 55.07%. Male literacy is 55.88% and female literacy is 54.29%.