Village code 48967

Josha Village, Munsiari Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Josha is a village in Munsiari Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Josha village map in Uttarakhand
Josha village map image for Munsiari Tehsil, Uttarakhand.

Village Overview

Josha is a village in Munsiari Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. For Josha, the population is 957, PIN code is 262554 and Census village code is 48967. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Josha village
Village code48967
PIN code262554
Population957
Households205
Area510.60 ha / 5.11 sq. km / 1,262 acres
Population density187 people per sq. km
Sex ratio918 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townDidihat (74 km)
Current stateUttarakhand
Census 2011 stateUttarakhand
Current districtPithoragarh
Census 2011 districtPithoragarh

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 262554. This helps users verify the postal area for Josha, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Josha village
PIN code262554
Post offices linked with this PINJosha BO, Munsiari SO, Bauna BO, BurfuS BO, Chauna BO, and Dhunamani BO
Best matching post officeJosha BO (Branch office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtPithoragarh
Postal stateUttarakhand
Postal divisionPithoragarh Division
Postal circleUttarakhand Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Josha comes under Josha gram panchayat and Munsiari C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Munsiari Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Munsiari at 28 km. The Census district headquarters, Pithoragarh, is 128 km away.

Administrative details for Josha
Current stateUttarakhand
Census 2011 stateUttarakhand
Current districtPithoragarh
Census 2011 districtPithoragarh
State code5
District code62
Tehsil / Census sub-district code315
C.D. Block code49
Block panchayat code49

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Josha village and its household count.

Total population

957 residents in 205 households

Male population

499

Female population

458

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 462; Scheduled Tribes: 139

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 3

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Josha
ASHA workerNot available in village

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Josha
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreNot available in village
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Josha
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterAvailable
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power8 hours per day
Winter domestic power12 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Josha
Net area sown134.67 hectares
Unirrigated area134.67 hectares
Forest area209.27 hectares
Non-agricultural area6.09 hectares
Main cropMaize
Second cropRagi
Third cropOther Pulses

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Josha
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Madkot, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Josha

Didihat (74 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Munsiari is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Josha
Nearest major townDidihat (74 km)
Tehsil headquartersMunsiari (28 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Josha. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Josha
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 3
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Government Non Formal Training CentreAvailable; 1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tap Water UntreatedAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Josha village located?

Josha is located in Munsiari Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Pithoragarh.

Which Tehsil is Josha in?

Josha is in Munsiari Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Josha in?

District: Pithoragarh.

What is the village code of Josha?

The Census village code of Josha is 48967.

What is the PIN code of Josha?

The PIN code reported for Josha is 262554.

What is the population of Josha?

Josha has 957 residents in 205 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Josha part of?

Josha comes under Josha gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Josha?

The nearest statutory town to Josha is Didihat (74 km).

Which crops are grown in Josha?

The main crops reported for Josha are Maize, Ragi, and Other Pulses.

What land-use details are available for Josha?

Land-use details for Josha include net area sown: 134.67 hectares and unirrigated area: 134.67 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Josha?

Government primary school status for Josha is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Josha?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Josha?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Josha?

The total geographical area of Josha is 510.60 hectares.

How many households are in Josha?

Josha has 205 households as per Census 2011.

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