Jakhuni

Jakhuni is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 61km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Jakhuni village. As per 2009 stats, Bari Khas is the gram panchayat of Jakhuni village.

Jakhuni has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Jakhuni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhuni is 010299. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177101. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Jakhuni village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jakhuni

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 692 347 345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 39 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 130 59 71
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 520 280 240
Illiterate Population 172 67 105

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

  • The total population of Jakhuni village is around 692, including approximately 347 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhuni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jakhuni village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jakhuni village is about 75.14%, with male literacy at 80.69% and female literacy at 69.57%.
  • There are around 156 households in Jakhuni village.

Connectivity of Jakhuni

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

Nearby Villages of Jakhuni

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

Buhla Bhadu Uparla Bhadu Saunt Kuhasan Bara Lahru Bari Digan Ladana Haveli Basi

Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhuni

Where is Jakhuni located?
Jakhuni village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakhuni is Bari Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jakhuni?
The pincode of Jakhuni is 177101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jakhuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhuni is 692, with 347 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Jakhuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakhuni village has a total of 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhuni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhuni is 75.14%. The male literacy rate is 80.69%, while the female literacy rate is 69.57%.