Jamtar - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Jamtar is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jamtad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamtar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamtar is 049300. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.68 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Jamtar 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamtar
According to the 2011 Census, Jamtar village had a total population of 221 people, including 104 males and 117 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 91.86% and female literacy at 82.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 221 | 104 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 79 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Jamtar
Jamtar 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 Jamtar
Jamtar 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 Jamtar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jamtar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamtar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamtar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamtar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamtar 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 Jamtar
Where is Jamtar located?
Jamtar village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamtar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamtar is Jamtad.
What is the pincode of Jamtar?
The pincode of Jamtar is 262551.
What is the population of Jamtar?
Jamtar had a total population of 221, including 104 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Jamtar?
Jamtar had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamtar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamtar was 86.80%. Male literacy was 91.86% and female literacy was 82.88%.