Jamtari - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Jamtari is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jamtari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamtari is 049436. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.4 hectares and falls under the 262544 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jamtari 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 Jamtari
As per Census 2011, Jamtari village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 182 males and 170 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamtari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 182 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 125 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 57 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Jamtari
Jamtari 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 Jamtari
Public transport in the Jamtari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Jamtari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jamtari is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamtari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamtari 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 Jamtari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamtari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamtari
Where is Jamtari located?
Jamtari village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamtari?
Jamtari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamtari?
The pincode of Jamtari is 262544.
What is the population of Jamtari?
Jamtari has a total population of 352, including 182 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Jamtari?
There are 89 households in Jamtari.
What is the literacy rate in Jamtari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamtari is 59.66%. Male literacy is 68.68% and female literacy is 50.00%.