Jekhri

Jekhri is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 59km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Jekhri village. As per 2009 stats, Syri is the gram panchayat of Jekhri village.

Here you can discover what makes Jekhri unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Jekhri’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 Jekhri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jekhri is 022281. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173222. Jutogh is nearest town to Jekhri village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jekhri 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 Solan 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 Jekhri

According to the 2011 Census, Jekhri has a total population of about 135, with approximately 74 males and 61 females. The sex ratio is around 824 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 12 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 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 78.52%, with male literacy at about 85.14% and female literacy near 70.49%. There are around 26 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jekhri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 135 74 61
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 8 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 47 26 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 106 63 43
Illiterate Population 29 11 18

Connectivity of Jekhri

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jekhri

Where is Jekhri located?
Jekhri village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jekhri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jekhri is Syri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jekhri?
The pincode of Jekhri is 173222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jekhri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jekhri is 135, with 74 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Jekhri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jekhri village has a total of 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jekhri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jekhri is 78.52%. The male literacy rate is 85.14%, while the female literacy rate is 70.49%.