Jaduk - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Jaduk is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khasiya Bara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaduk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaduk is 048934. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.01 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Jaduk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaduk
According to the 2011 Census, Jaduk village had a total population of 12 people, including 6 males and 6 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Jaduk
Jaduk 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 Jaduk
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jaduk.
| 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 Didihat to Jaduk is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jaduk is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaduk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaduk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaduk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaduk 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaduk
Where is Jaduk located?
Jaduk village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaduk?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaduk is Khasiya Bara.
What is the pincode of Jaduk?
The pincode of Jaduk is 262554.
What is the population of Jaduk?
Jaduk had a total population of 12, including 6 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Jaduk?
Jaduk had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaduk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaduk was 63.64%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 40.00%.