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.
Here you can discover what makes Josha unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Josha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Josha
Population of Josha
According to the 2011 Census, Josha has a total population of about 957, with approximately 499 males and 458 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 462 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 139. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.02%, with male literacy at about 71.14% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Josha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.