Josha
Josha is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Josha village is also a gram panchayat.
Josha has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Josha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Josha is 048967. The village spans a total geographical area of 510.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Josha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
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Population of Josha
Below is a concise population overview of Josha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 499 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 87 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 251 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 68 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 355 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 144 | 229 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Josha village:
- The total population of Josha village is around 957, including approximately 499 males and 458 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Josha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Josha village has 462 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 139 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Josha village is about 61.02%, with male literacy at 71.14% and female literacy at 50.00%.
- There are around 205 households in Josha village.
Connectivity of Josha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Josha. As per the 2011 stats, Josha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Josha
Knowing the nearby villages of Josha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Josha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Josha
- Where is Josha located?
- Josha village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Josha?
- Josha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Josha?
- The pincode of Josha is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Josha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Josha is 957, with 499 males and 458 females.
- How many households are there in Josha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Josha village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Josha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Josha is 61.02%. The male literacy rate is 71.14%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.