Jakh - Ranikhet, Almora
Jakh is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pajeena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakh is 052546. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.46 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jakh
According to the 2011 Census, Jakh village had a total population of 86 people, including 45 males and 41 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.86%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.56%.
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 | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Jakh
Jakh 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 Jakh
Jakh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Jakh is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakh
Where is Jakh located?
Jakh village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakh is Pajeena.
What is the pincode of Jakh?
The pincode of Jakh is 263646.
What is the population of Jakh?
Jakh had a total population of 86, including 45 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Jakh?
Jakh had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakh was 89.86%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.56%.