Jalikhan - Sult, Almora
Jalikhan is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jalikhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalikhan is 052109. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.69 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Jalikhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalikhan
As per Census 2011, Jalikhan village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 187 males and 166 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalikhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 187 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 158 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Jalikhan
Jalikhan 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 Jalikhan
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jalikhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramnagar to Jalikhan is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Jalikhan is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalikhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalikhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jalikhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalikhan 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 Jalikhan
Where is Jalikhan located?
Jalikhan village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalikhan?
Jalikhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalikhan?
The pincode of Jalikhan is 263676.
What is the population of Jalikhan?
Jalikhan has a total population of 353, including 187 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Jalikhan?
There are 115 households in Jalikhan.
What is the literacy rate in Jalikhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalikhan is 77.05%. Male literacy is 84.49% and female literacy is 68.67%.