Jakh - Garud, Bageshwar
Jakh is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jakh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakh is 051361. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.22 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Jakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jakh
As per Census 2011, Jakh village has a total population of 444 people, consisting of 216 males and 228 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 444 | 216 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 38 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 55 | 95 |
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 5-10 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 Bageshwar to Jakh is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakh
Where is Jakh located?
Jakh village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakh?
Jakh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakh?
The pincode of Jakh is 263642.
What is the population of Jakh?
Jakh has a total population of 444, including 216 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Jakh?
There are 91 households in Jakh.
What is the literacy rate in Jakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakh is 66.22%. Male literacy is 74.54% and female literacy is 58.33%.