Jhaker - Amb, Una
Jhaker is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Repoh Misran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhaker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaker is 018277. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.63 hectares and falls under the 177210 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Jhaker village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhaker
As per Census 2011, Jhaker village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 88 males and 87 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhaker are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Jhaker
Jhaker 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 Jhaker
Jhaker is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Jhaker is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhaker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhaker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaker village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhaker
Where is Jhaker located?
Jhaker village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaker?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaker is Repoh Misran.
What is the pincode of Jhaker?
The pincode of Jhaker is 177210.
What is the population of Jhaker?
Jhaker has a total population of 175, including 88 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Jhaker?
There are 41 households in Jhaker.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaker is 81.71%. Male literacy is 85.23% and female literacy is 78.16%.