Jartola - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Jartola is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Timta Cham Dungra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jartola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jartola is 050160. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.96 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Jartola 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 Jartola
According to the 2011 Census, Jartola village had a total population of 114 people, including 56 males and 58 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 58.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Jartola
Jartola 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 Jartola
Public transport in the Jartola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Jartola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jartola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jartola 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jartola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jartola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jartola
Where is Jartola located?
Jartola village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jartola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jartola is Timta Cham Dungra.
What is the pincode of Jartola?
The pincode of Jartola is 262534.
What is the population of Jartola?
Jartola had a total population of 114, including 56 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Jartola?
Jartola had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jartola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jartola was 73.20%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 58.00%.