Jhakandon - Ronhat, Sirmaur
Jhakandon is a village situated in the Ronhat tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhakandon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhakandon is 023479. The village covers a total geographical area of 735 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Jhakandon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhakandon
As per Census 2011, Jhakandon village has a total population of 1,990 people, consisting of 1,053 males and 937 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 772 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhakandon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,990 | 1,053 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 772 | 407 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 645 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 408 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Jhakandon
Jhakandon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhakandon
Public transport in the Jhakandon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Jhakandon is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhakandon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhakandon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhakandon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhakandon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhakandon
Where is Jhakandon located?
Jhakandon village is located in Ronhat Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhakandon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhakandon is Dharwa.
What is the pincode of Jhakandon?
The pincode of Jhakandon is 173027.
What is the population of Jhakandon?
Jhakandon has a total population of 1,990, including 1,053 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Jhakandon?
There are 244 households in Jhakandon.
What is the literacy rate in Jhakandon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhakandon is 55.98%. Male literacy is 61.25% and female literacy is 50.05%.