Jarh Kutera - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Jarh Kutera is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Simal Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarh Kutera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarh Kutera is 050081. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Jarh Kutera 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarh Kutera
According to the 2011 Census, Jarh Kutera village had a total population of 109 people, including 47 males and 62 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,319 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.81%, with male literacy at 97.56% and female literacy at 68.97%.
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 | 109 | 47 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 7 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Jarh Kutera
Jarh Kutera 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 Jarh Kutera
Jarh Kutera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Jarh Kutera is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarh Kutera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarh Kutera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jarh Kutera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarh Kutera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jarh Kutera
Where is Jarh Kutera located?
Jarh Kutera village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarh Kutera?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarh Kutera is Simal Kot.
What is the pincode of Jarh Kutera?
The pincode of Jarh Kutera is 262522.
What is the population of Jarh Kutera?
Jarh Kutera had a total population of 109, including 47 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Jarh Kutera?
Jarh Kutera had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarh Kutera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarh Kutera was 80.81%. Male literacy was 97.56% and female literacy was 68.97%.