Jajar Chingari - Pithoragarh
Jajar Chingari is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jazar Chingari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajar Chingari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajar Chingari is 050462. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.9 hectares and falls under the 262529 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Jajar Chingari 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 Pithoragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajar Chingari
According to the 2011 Census, Jajar Chingari village had a total population of 616 people, including 303 males and 313 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 88.21% and female literacy at 63.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 616 | 303 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 156 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 217 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 86 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Jajar Chingari
Jajar Chingari 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 Jajar Chingari
Public transport in the Jajar Chingari 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 Jajar Chingari is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajar Chingari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajar Chingari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jajar Chingari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajar Chingari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jajar Chingari
Where is Jajar Chingari located?
Jajar Chingari village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jajar Chingari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajar Chingari is Jazar Chingari.
What is the pincode of Jajar Chingari?
The pincode of Jajar Chingari is 262529.
What is the population of Jajar Chingari?
Jajar Chingari had a total population of 616, including 303 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Jajar Chingari?
Jajar Chingari had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajar Chingari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajar Chingari was 75.24%. Male literacy was 88.21% and female literacy was 63.47%.