Jakhad
Jakhad is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Jakhed is the gram panchayat of Jakhad village.
Here you can discover what makes Jakhad unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Udhampur region. You’ll see Jakhad’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 Jakhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhad is 005041. The village spans a total geographical area of 2825.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182128. Udhampur is nearest town to Jakhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 89km away.
Google Map of Jakhad
Population of Jakhad
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhad has a total population of about 2,489, with approximately 1,274 males and 1,215 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 531 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 953 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.76%, with male literacy at about 46.39% and female literacy near 26.67%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jakhad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,489 | 1,274 | 1,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 270 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 486 | 467 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 591 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,574 | 683 | 891 |
Connectivity of Jakhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhad. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhad 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 Jakhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhad
- Where is Jakhad located?
- Jakhad village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakhad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jakhad is Jakhed (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jakhad?
- The pincode of Jakhad is 182128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhad is 2,489, with 1,274 males and 1,215 females.
- How many households are there in Jakhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakhad village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhad is 36.76%. The male literacy rate is 46.39%, while the female literacy rate is 26.67%.