Jakhau

Jakhau is a village located in Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Naliya (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Bhuj.

Jakhau has its own place in the vibrant Kachchh 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 Jakhau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhau is 507125. The village spans a total geographical area of 13014.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 370640. Bhuj is nearest town to Jakhau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 103km away.

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Population of Jakhau

Below is a concise population overview of Jakhau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,369 2,716 2,653
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 920 478 442
Scheduled Castes (SC) 420 218 202
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 3 N/A
Literate Population 2,502 1,443 1,059
Illiterate Population 2,867 1,273 1,594

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jakhau village:

  • The total population of Jakhau village is around 5,369, including approximately 2,716 males and 2,653 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 920 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jakhau village has 420 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jakhau village is about 46.60%, with male literacy at 53.13% and female literacy at 39.92%.
  • There are around 1,033 households in Jakhau village.

Connectivity of Jakhau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhau. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jakhau

Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhau.

Dhufi Nani Kunathia Raydhanpar Jasapar Kukadau Budiya Lala Vingaber Bhanada Khirsara Bhachunda

Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhau

Where is Jakhau located?
Jakhau village is situated in Abdasa Taluka, within the Kachchh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the pincode of Jakhau?
The pincode of Jakhau is 370640, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jakhau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhau is 5,369, with 2,716 males and 2,653 females.
How many households are there in Jakhau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakhau village has a total of 1,033 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhau is 46.60%. The male literacy rate is 53.13%, while the female literacy rate is 39.92%.