Jakekur - Omarga, Dharashiv
Jakekur is a village situated in the Omarga tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Umarga and around 100 km from Osmanabad. Jakekoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakekur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakekur is 561732. The village covers a total geographical area of 2408 hectares and falls under the 413604 pincode. Murum is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jakekur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jakekur
As per Census 2011, Jakekur village has a total population of 3,509 people, consisting of 1,833 males and 1,676 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,311 literate and 1,198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakekur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,509 | 1,833 | 1,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 243 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 385 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,311 | 1,363 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,198 | 470 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Jakekur
Jakekur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jakekurwadi | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Yeli | West | 4.23 km |
| Ekurga | North | 4.27 km |
| Aurad | South | 4.28 km |
| Koregaonwadi | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Ekurgawadi | North-East | 5.55 km |
| Balsur | North-West | 5.99 km |
| Katewadi | West | 6.39 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 6.73 km |
| Umarga | South-East | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jakekur
Jakekur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hunsihadgil, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murum to Jakekur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Jakekur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakekur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakekur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jakekur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakekur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jakekur
Where is Jakekur located?
Jakekur village is located in Omarga Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakekur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakekur is Jakekoor.
What is the pincode of Jakekur?
The pincode of Jakekur is 413604.
What is the population of Jakekur?
Jakekur has a total population of 3,509, including 1,833 males and 1,676 females.
How many households are there in Jakekur?
There are 721 households in Jakekur.
What is the literacy rate in Jakekur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakekur is 65.86%. Male literacy is 74.36% and female literacy is 56.56%.