Joshiyara
Joshiyara is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 1km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Joshiyara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Joshiyara unique in its vibrant Bhatwari-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Joshiyara’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 Joshiyara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Joshiyara is 040783. The village spans a total geographical area of 13.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Joshiyara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Joshiyara
Population of Joshiyara
According to the 2011 Census, Joshiyara has a total population of about 1,343, with approximately 821 males and 522 females. The sex ratio is around 635 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 194 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.82%, with male literacy at about 75.27% and female literacy near 68.97%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Joshiyara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,343 | 821 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 618 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 203 | 162 |
Connectivity of Joshiyara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Joshiyara. As per the 2011 stats, Joshiyara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Joshiyara
Knowing the nearby villages of Joshiyara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Joshiyara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Joshiyara
- Where is Joshiyara located?
- Joshiyara village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Joshiyara?
- Joshiyara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Joshiyara?
- The pincode of Joshiyara is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Joshiyara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Joshiyara is 1,343, with 821 males and 522 females.
- How many households are there in Joshiyara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Joshiyara village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Joshiyara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Joshiyara is 72.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.27%, while the female literacy rate is 68.97%.