Jakhora - Gandhinagar
Jakhora is a village situated in the Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Gandhinagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jakhora - Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakhora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhora is 511246. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.58 hectares and falls under the 382320 pincode. Gandhinagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jakhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhinagar South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmedabad East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhora
As per Census 2011, Jakhora village has a total population of 2,199 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,064 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,804 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakhora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,199 | 1,135 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 144 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,804 | 951 | 853 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 184 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhora
Jakhora 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 Jakhora
Jakhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gandhinagar to Jakhora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jakhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jakhora
Where is Jakhora located?
Jakhora village is located in Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakhora is Jakhora - Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Jakhora?
The pincode of Jakhora is 382320.
What is the population of Jakhora?
Jakhora has a total population of 2,199, including 1,135 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Jakhora?
There are 456 households in Jakhora.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhora is 82.04%. Male literacy is 83.79% and female literacy is 80.17%.