Jiwal - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Jiwal is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jeeval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jiwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiwal is 050035. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.24 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Jiwal 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 Jiwal
According to the 2011 Census, Jiwal village had a total population of 443 people, including 205 males and 238 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.65%, with male literacy at 97.74% and female literacy at 67.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 443 | 205 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 173 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 32 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Jiwal
Jiwal 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 Jiwal
Jiwal 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 >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 Jiwal is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiwal 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 Jiwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jiwal
Where is Jiwal located?
Jiwal village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jiwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiwal is Jeeval.
What is the pincode of Jiwal?
The pincode of Jiwal is 262522.
What is the population of Jiwal?
Jiwal had a total population of 443, including 205 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Jiwal?
Jiwal had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiwal was 81.65%. Male literacy was 97.74% and female literacy was 67.34%.