Jhak - Bilara, Jodhpur
Jhak is a village situated in the Bilara tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilara and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Jhak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhak is 085759. The village covers a total geographical area of 2508.01 hectares and falls under the 342601 pincode. Bilara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jhak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhak
As per Census 2011, Jhak village has a total population of 2,604 people, consisting of 1,316 males and 1,288 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,167 literate and 1,437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,604 | 1,316 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 209 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 275 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 777 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,437 | 539 | 898 |
Nearby Villages of Jhak
Jhak 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 Jhak
Jhak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jhak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilara to Jhak is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Jhak is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhak 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 Jhak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhak
Where is Jhak located?
Jhak village is located in Bilara Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhak?
Jhak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhak?
The pincode of Jhak is 342601.
What is the population of Jhak?
Jhak has a total population of 2,604, including 1,316 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Jhak?
There are 545 households in Jhak.
What is the literacy rate in Jhak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhak is 44.82%. Male literacy is 59.04% and female literacy is 30.28%.