Jakher

Jakher is a village located in Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from district headquarter Baldwara. Baldwara is the sub-district headquarter of Jakher village. As per 2009 stats, Patri Ghat Gpr is the gram panchayat of Jakher village.

Here you can discover what makes Jakher unique in its vibrant Baldwara-Mandi region. You’ll see Jakher’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Jakher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakher is 014125. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175023. Rawalsar is nearest town to Jakher village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jakher 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 Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi 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 Jakher

According to the 2011 Census, Jakher has a total population of about 153, with approximately 76 males and 77 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.01%, with male literacy at about 71.05% and female literacy near 61.04%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jakher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 153 76 77
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 16 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 8 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 101 54 47
Illiterate Population 52 22 30

Connectivity of Jakher

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakher. As per the 2011 stats, Jakher 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 Jakher

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jakher

Where is Jakher located?
Jakher village is situated in Baldwara Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakher?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakher is Patri Ghat Gpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jakher?
The pincode of Jakher is 175023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jakher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakher is 153, with 76 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Jakher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakher village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakher is 66.01%. The male literacy rate is 71.05%, while the female literacy rate is 61.04%.