Jipti Village - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Jipti is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jipti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jipti is 049095. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.32 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Jipti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jipti
As per Census 2011, Jipti village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 167 males and 190 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jipti are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 167 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 128 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 39 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Jipti
Jipti 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 Jipti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jipti.
| 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 Dharchula to Jipti is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jipti is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jipti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jipti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jipti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jipti 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 Jipti
Where is Jipti located?
Jipti village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jipti?
Jipti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jipti?
The pincode of Jipti is 262547.
What is the population of Jipti?
Jipti has a total population of 357, including 167 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Jipti?
There are 62 households in Jipti.
What is the literacy rate in Jipti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jipti is 69.19%. Male literacy is 76.65% and female literacy is 62.63%.