Jarmal Gaon - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Jarmal Gaon is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jarmal Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarmal Gaon is 050092. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.05 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Jarmal Gaon 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 Jarmal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jarmal Gaon village had a total population of 414 people, including 178 males and 236 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,326 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.23%, with male literacy at 95.04% and female literacy at 63.24%.
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 | 414 | 178 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 134 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 44 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Jarmal Gaon
Jarmal 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 Jarmal Gaon
Public transport in the Jarmal Gaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Pithoragarh to Jarmal Gaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarmal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarmal Gaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jarmal 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 Jarmal Gaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jarmal Gaon
Where is Jarmal Gaon located?
Jarmal Gaon village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarmal Gaon?
Jarmal Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarmal Gaon?
The pincode of Jarmal Gaon is 262522.
What is the population of Jarmal Gaon?
Jarmal Gaon had a total population of 414, including 178 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Jarmal Gaon?
Jarmal Gaon had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarmal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarmal Gaon was 76.23%. Male literacy was 95.04% and female literacy was 63.24%.