Jhakra
Jhakra is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Jahakara is the gram panchayat of Jhakra village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhakra unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Jhakra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhakra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhakra is 050701. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263640. Bageshwar is nearest town to Jhakra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Jhakra
Population of Jhakra
According to the 2011 Census, Jhakra has a total population of about 432, with approximately 205 males and 227 females. The sex ratio is around 1107 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.21%, with male literacy at about 78.54% and female literacy near 60.79%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhakra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 205 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 151 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 299 | 161 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 44 | 89 |
Connectivity of Jhakra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhakra. As per the 2011 stats, Jhakra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhakra
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhakra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhakra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhakra
- Where is Jhakra located?
- Jhakra village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhakra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhakra is Jahakara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhakra?
- The pincode of Jhakra is 263640, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhakra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhakra is 432, with 205 males and 227 females.
- How many households are there in Jhakra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhakra village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhakra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhakra is 69.21%. The male literacy rate is 78.54%, while the female literacy rate is 60.79%.