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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jinkhola
As per Census 2011, Jinkhola village has a total population of 397 people, consisting of 163 males and 234 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,435 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jinkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 397 | 163 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 36 | 51 |
| 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 has a total population of 397, including 163 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Jinkhola?
There are 97 households in Jinkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Jinkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinkhola is 68.26%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 60.26%.