Jadkot

Jadkot is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 146km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Jadkot village. As per 2009 stats, Kharshali Bp is the gram panchayat of Jadkot village.

Jadkot has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Jadkot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jadkot is 026675. The village spans a total geographical area of 388.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171208. Rohru is nearest town to Jadkot village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jadkot 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 Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Jadkot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 628 345 283
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 51 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 157 85 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 343 220 123
Illiterate Population 285 125 160

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

  • The total population of Jadkot village is around 628, including approximately 345 males and 283 females, with a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Jadkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jadkot village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jadkot village is about 54.62%, with male literacy at 63.77% and female literacy at 43.46%.
  • There are around 114 households in Jadkot village.

Connectivity of Jadkot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jadkot. As per the 2011 stats, Jadkot 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jadkot

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jadkot

Where is Jadkot located?
Jadkot village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jadkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jadkot is Kharshali Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jadkot?
The pincode of Jadkot is 171208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jadkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jadkot is 628, with 345 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Jadkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jadkot village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jadkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jadkot is 54.62%. The male literacy rate is 63.77%, while the female literacy rate is 43.46%.