Jhotari - Mori, Uttarkashi
Jhotari is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 217 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Jhotadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhotari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhotari is 040196. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.13 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Rohadoo is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Jhotari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhotari
According to the 2011 Census, Jhotari village had a total population of 433 people, including 223 males and 210 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.91%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 59.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 433 | 223 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 155 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 68 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Jhotari
Jhotari 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 Jhotari
Jhotari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rohadoo to Jhotari is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Jhotari is about 217 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhotari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhotari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhotari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhotari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhotari
Where is Jhotari located?
Jhotari village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhotari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhotari is Jhotadi.
What is the pincode of Jhotari?
The pincode of Jhotari is 249128.
What is the population of Jhotari?
Jhotari had a total population of 433, including 223 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Jhotari?
Jhotari had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhotari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhotari was 71.91%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 59.06%.