Jogyura - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Jogyura is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jogyura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogyura is 049449. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.48 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jogyura 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 Jogyura
According to the 2011 Census, Jogyura village had a total population of 162 people, including 72 males and 90 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.50%, with male literacy at 80.33% and female literacy at 61.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 162 | 72 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 23 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Jogyura
Jogyura 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 Jogyura
Public transport in the Jogyura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Jogyura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jogyura is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogyura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jogyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogyura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jogyura
Where is Jogyura located?
Jogyura village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jogyura?
Jogyura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jogyura?
The pincode of Jogyura is 262543.
What is the population of Jogyura?
Jogyura had a total population of 162, including 72 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Jogyura?
Jogyura had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jogyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogyura was 69.50%. Male literacy was 80.33% and female literacy was 61.25%.