Jalakh

Jalakh is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Jalakh village. As per 2009 stats, Bilaspur is the gram panchayat of Jalakh village.

Jalakh 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 Jalakh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalakh is 010193. The village spans a total geographical area of 213.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176033. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Jalakh village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jalakh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 550 255 295
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 19 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 242 115 127
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 429 219 210
Illiterate Population 121 36 85

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

  • The total population of Jalakh village is around 550, including approximately 255 males and 295 females, with a sex ratio of 1156 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Jalakh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jalakh village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jalakh village is about 78.00%, with male literacy at 85.88% and female literacy at 71.19%.
  • There are around 130 households in Jalakh village.

Connectivity of Jalakh

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

Nearby Villages of Jalakh

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

Gadyara Bag Chakla Bhatehr Bilaspur Chatra Dargeh Ghan Ban Ludret Ghameerpur Pong Dam

Frequently Asked Questions about Jalakh

Where is Jalakh located?
Jalakh village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalakh is Bilaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jalakh?
The pincode of Jalakh is 176033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jalakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalakh is 550, with 255 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Jalakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jalakh village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalakh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalakh is 78.00%. The male literacy rate is 85.88%, while the female literacy rate is 71.19%.