Jagakol - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Jagakol is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kotiya Bishuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagakol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagakol is 187319. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.91 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Jagakol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagakol
According to the 2011 Census, Jagakol village had a total population of 409 people, including 215 males and 194 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.58%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 50.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 409 | 215 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 161 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 54 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Jagakol
Jagakol 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 Jagakol
Jagakol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Jagakol is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagakol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jagakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagakol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jagakol
Where is Jagakol located?
Jagakol village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jagakol?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagakol is Kotiya Bishuni.
What is the pincode of Jagakol?
The pincode of Jagakol is 273404.
What is the population of Jagakol?
Jagakol had a total population of 409, including 215 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Jagakol?
Jagakol had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jagakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagakol was 67.58%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 50.60%.