Jakhrond - Digod, Kota
Jakhrond is a village situated in the Digod tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Kishorpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakhrond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhrond is 101930. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070 hectares and falls under the 325204 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jakhrond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipalda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhrond
As per Census 2011, Jakhrond village has a total population of 1,498 people, consisting of 742 males and 756 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,007 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakhrond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,498 | 742 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 110 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 574 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 168 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhrond
Jakhrond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aaton | West | 2.53 km |
| Bakyan | East | 2.54 km |
| Kherli Dhakran | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Kishorpura | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Barana | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Raipuriya | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Kherli Ghata | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Champa Khera | North | 4.08 km |
| Kachnawada | South | 4.20 km |
| Bislai | North-East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jakhrond
Jakhrond is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhonra, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kota to Jakhrond is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhrond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhrond 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 Jakhrond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhrond 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 Jakhrond
Where is Jakhrond located?
Jakhrond village is located in Digod Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhrond?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakhrond is Kishorpura.
What is the pincode of Jakhrond?
The pincode of Jakhrond is 325204.
What is the population of Jakhrond?
Jakhrond has a total population of 1,498, including 742 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Jakhrond?
There are 282 households in Jakhrond.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhrond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhrond is 67.22%. Male literacy is 77.36% and female literacy is 57.28%.