Jakhera - Garud, Bageshwar
Jakhera is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jakhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhera is 051342. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.47 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Jakhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jakhera
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhera village had a total population of 735 people, including 390 males and 345 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.71%, with male literacy at 97.60% and female literacy at 75.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 735 | 390 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 56 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 151 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 326 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 64 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhera
Jakhera 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 Jakhera
Jakhera 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 >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 Bageshwar to Jakhera is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jakhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakhera
Where is Jakhera located?
Jakhera village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakhera?
Jakhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakhera?
The pincode of Jakhera is 263635.
What is the population of Jakhera?
Jakhera had a total population of 735, including 390 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Jakhera?
Jakhera had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhera was 86.71%. Male literacy was 97.60% and female literacy was 75.08%.