Jyoturi - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Jyoturi is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jamar Kote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jyoturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jyoturi is 050065. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.56 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Jyoturi 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 Jyoturi
According to the 2011 Census, Jyoturi village had a total population of 43 people, including 17 males and 26 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,529 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Jyoturi
Jyoturi 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 Jyoturi
Jyoturi 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 Jyoturi is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jyoturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jyoturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jyoturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jyoturi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jyoturi
Where is Jyoturi located?
Jyoturi village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jyoturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jyoturi is Jamar Kote.
What is the pincode of Jyoturi?
The pincode of Jyoturi is 262522.
What is the population of Jyoturi?
Jyoturi had a total population of 43, including 17 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Jyoturi?
Jyoturi had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jyoturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jyoturi was 81.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.