Jhakota
About Jhakota
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhakota village is 010495. Jhakota village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 63km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Jhakota village. As per 2009 stats, Jhakhota is the gram panchayat of Jhakota village.
The total geographical area of village is 58.84 hectares. Jhakota has a total population of 260 peoples, out of which male population is 115 while female population is 145. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1260 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhakota village is 71.15% out of which 82.61% males and 62.07% females are literate. There are about 54 houses in jhakota village. Pincode of jhakota village locality is 176036.
When it comes to administration, Jhakota village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhakota village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to jhakota village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhakota
The population details of Jhakota cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 115 | 145 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 41 | 14 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 20 | 55 |
Connectivity of Jhakota
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhakota
Where is Jhakota located?
Jhakota village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhakota is Jhakhota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhakota?
The pincode of Jhakota is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhakota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhakota is 260, with 115 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Jhakota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhakota village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhakota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhakota is 71.15%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 62.07%.