Jakhan

Jakhan is a village located in Limbdi taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Limbdi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Jakhan village is also a gram panchayat.

Jakhan has its own place in the vibrant Surendranagar 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 Jakhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhan is 512574. The village spans a total geographical area of 1001.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363421. Limbdi is nearest town to Jakhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jakhan 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 Limbdi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar 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 Jakhan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 879 455 424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 110 51 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 240 122 118
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 561 326 235
Illiterate Population 318 129 189

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

  • The total population of Jakhan village is around 879, including approximately 455 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jakhan village has 240 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jakhan village is about 63.82%, with male literacy at 71.65% and female literacy at 55.42%.
  • There are around 171 households in Jakhan village.

Connectivity of Jakhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhan. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhan 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jakhan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhan

Where is Jakhan located?
Jakhan village is situated in Limbdi Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhan?
Jakhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jakhan?
The pincode of Jakhan is 363421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jakhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhan is 879, with 455 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Jakhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakhan village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhan is 63.82%. The male literacy rate is 71.65%, while the female literacy rate is 55.42%.