Jakh

Jakh is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Gharattal is the gram panchayat of Jakh village.

Jakh has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Jakh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakh is 005447. The village spans a total geographical area of 71.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Jakh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Jakh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 358 193 165
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 35 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 109 85
Illiterate Population 164 84 80

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

  • The total population of Jakh village is around 358, including approximately 193 males and 165 females, with a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Jakh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Jakh village is about 54.19%, with male literacy at 56.48% and female literacy at 51.52%.
  • There are around 77 households in Jakh village.

Connectivity of Jakh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakh. As per the 2011 stats, Jakh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jakh

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jakh

Where is Jakh located?
Jakh village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakh is Gharattal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jakh?
The pincode of Jakh is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakh is 358, with 193 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakh village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakh is 54.19%. The male literacy rate is 56.48%, while the female literacy rate is 51.52%.