Jinkhola - Garud, Bageshwar
Jinkhola is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jinkhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jinkhola is 051387. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.42 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jinkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jinkhola
According to the 2011 Census, Jinkhola village had a total population of 397 people, including 163 males and 234 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,436 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 67.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 397 | 163 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 36 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 130 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 33 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Jinkhola
Jinkhola 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 Jinkhola
Jinkhola 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 Jinkhola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jinkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jinkhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jinkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jinkhola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jinkhola
Where is Jinkhola located?
Jinkhola village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jinkhola?
Jinkhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jinkhola?
The pincode of Jinkhola is 263641.
What is the population of Jinkhola?
Jinkhola had a total population of 397, including 163 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Jinkhola?
Jinkhola had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jinkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinkhola was 78.55%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 67.46%.