Ajera - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Ajera is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Azera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajera is 049308. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.02 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ajera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajera
As per Census 2011, Ajera village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 765 males and 183 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 239 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 765 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 730 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 35 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Ajera
Ajera 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 Ajera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ajera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Ajera is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ajera is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ajera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ajera
Where is Ajera located?
Ajera village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajera is Azera.
What is the pincode of Ajera?
The pincode of Ajera is 262543.
What is the population of Ajera?
Ajera has a total population of 948, including 765 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Ajera?
There are 90 households in Ajera.
What is the literacy rate in Ajera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajera is 89.35%. Male literacy is 95.42% and female literacy is 63.93%.