Jokha - Domariyaganj, Siddharthnagar
Jokha is a village situated in the Domariyaganj tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Domariyaganj and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Bamdei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokha is 178174. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.35 hectares and falls under the 272193 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Jokha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jokha
Jokha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bikramjot | North-West | 0.66 km |
| Rauth Diha Ahtamali | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Masjidia | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Parsohia Sadanand | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Majhauatappa Vank | South | 1.28 km |
| Durga Joot | East | 1.45 km |
| Sisa | East | 1.81 km |
| Bewa Mustancum | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Nandouri | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Asanhara Mafi | South | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jokha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jokha. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Jokha is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Jokha is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jokha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jokha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jokha
Where is Jokha located?
Jokha village is located in Domariyaganj Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokha is Bamdei.
What is the pincode of Jokha?
The pincode of Jokha is 272193.