Jhaklehr Village Overview
Jhaklehr is a village in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It lies about 50 km from Dharmsala district headquarters. Dera Gopipur is the tehsil headquarters. As per available records (2009), Jhakled is the Gram Panchayat for Jhaklehr village.
The sections below provide essential information about Jhaklehr village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaklehr is 010322. The village covers a geographical area of 167.62 hectares and has a pincode of 176028. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Location Map of Jhaklehr
Population & Demographics of Jhaklehr
This section provides population and demographic details of Jhaklehr village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 473 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 199 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 766 | 392 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 81 | 123 |
Key population details of Jhaklehr village are given below:
- Jhaklehr village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 970, including approximately 473 males and 497 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 399 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Jhaklehr village is high, with a literacy rate of about 78.97%.
- There are around 250 households in Jhaklehr village.
Transport & Connectivity of Jhaklehr
Transport facilities help residents of Jhaklehr village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Jhaklehr
The following villages are located close to Jhaklehr and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhaklehr
- Where is Jhaklehr located?
- Jhaklehr village is located in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhaklehr?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhaklehr is Jhakled (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Jhaklehr?
- The pincode of Jhaklehr is 176028.
- What is the population of Jhaklehr?
- Jhaklehr has a total population of 970, including 473 males and 497 females.
- How many households are there in Jhaklehr?
- There are 250 households in Jhaklehr.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhaklehr?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaklehr is 78.97%. Male literacy is 82.88% and female literacy is 75.25%.