Jakhala
Jakhala is a village located in Umreth taluka of Anand district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Umreth (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Anand. As per 2009 stats, Jakhala village is also a gram panchayat.
Jakhala has its own place in the vibrant Anand region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jakhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhala is 516893. The village spans a total geographical area of 294.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 388205. Umreth is nearest town to Jakhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jakhala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Umreth Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Anand Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jakhala
Below is a concise population overview of Jakhala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,996 | 1,051 | 945 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 146 | 118 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 75 | 86 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,508 | 866 | 642 |
Illiterate Population | 488 | 185 | 303 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jakhala village:
- The total population of Jakhala village is around 1,996, including approximately 1,051 males and 945 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jakhala village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jakhala village is about 75.55%, with male literacy at 82.40% and female literacy at 67.94%.
- There are around 402 households in Jakhala village.
Connectivity of Jakhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhala. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jakhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhala
- Where is Jakhala located?
- Jakhala village is situated in Umreth Taluka, within the Anand district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakhala?
- Jakhala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jakhala?
- The pincode of Jakhala is 388205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhala is 1,996, with 1,051 males and 945 females.
- How many households are there in Jakhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakhala village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhala is 75.55%. The male literacy rate is 82.40%, while the female literacy rate is 67.94%.