Jethi Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Jethi Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jethigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jethi Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jethi Gaon is 049476. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.67 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jethi Gaon 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 Jethi Gaon
As per Census 2011, Jethi Gaon village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 137 males and 163 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jethi Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 137 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 102 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 35 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Jethi Gaon
Jethi Gaon 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 Jethi Gaon
Jethi Gaon 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 <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 Jethi Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jethi Gaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jethi Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jethi Gaon 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 Jethi Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jethi Gaon 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 Jethi Gaon
Where is Jethi Gaon located?
Jethi Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jethi Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jethi Gaon is Jethigaon.
What is the pincode of Jethi Gaon?
The pincode of Jethi Gaon is 262543.
What is the population of Jethi Gaon?
Jethi Gaon has a total population of 300, including 137 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Jethi Gaon?
There are 81 households in Jethi Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jethi Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jethi Gaon is 63.33%. Male literacy is 74.45% and female literacy is 53.99%.