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 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 Jamtar
As per Census 2011, Jamtar village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 104 males and 117 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamtar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 104 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 221, including 104 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Jamtar?
There are 49 households in Jamtar.
What is the literacy rate in Jamtar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamtar is 77.38%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 78.63%.