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.
Jekhri has its own place in the vibrant Solan 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Jekhri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jekhri village:
- The total population of Jekhri village is around 135, including approximately 74 males and 61 females, with a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Jekhri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jekhri village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jekhri village is about 78.52%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 70.49%.
- There are around 26 households in Jekhri village.
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) |
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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%.