Jurka - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Jurka is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Judka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jurka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurka is 055674. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.77 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jurka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jurka
As per Census 2011, Jurka village has a total population of 1,829 people, consisting of 939 males and 890 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,086 literate and 743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,046 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jurka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,829 | 939 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 170 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,046 | 534 | 512 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 630 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 309 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Jurka
Jurka 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 Jurka
Jurka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jurka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Jurka is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Jurka is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jurka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jurka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jurka
Where is Jurka located?
Jurka village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurka is Judka.
What is the pincode of Jurka?
The pincode of Jurka is 244713.
What is the population of Jurka?
Jurka has a total population of 1,829, including 939 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Jurka?
There are 362 households in Jurka.
What is the literacy rate in Jurka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurka is 59.38%. Male literacy is 67.09% and female literacy is 51.24%.