Jhukaha - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Jhukaha is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Pindari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhukaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhukaha is 056128. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.06 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jhukaha 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhukaha
According to the 2011 Census, Jhukaha village had a total population of 122 people, including 62 males and 60 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 66.00%.
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 | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Jhukaha
Jhukaha 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 Jhukaha
Jhukaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Jhukaha is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Jhukaha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhukaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhukaha 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 Jhukaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhukaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhukaha
Where is Jhukaha located?
Jhukaha village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhukaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhukaha is Pindari.
What is the pincode of Jhukaha?
The pincode of Jhukaha is 262405.
What is the population of Jhukaha?
Jhukaha had a total population of 122, including 62 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Jhukaha?
Jhukaha had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhukaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhukaha was 76.19%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 66.00%.