Jakhet
Jakhet is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 66km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Jakhet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jakhet unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Jakhet’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 Jakhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhet is 041825. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246487. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Jakhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Jakhet
Population of Jakhet
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhet has a total population of about 175, with approximately 80 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 1187 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.43%, with male literacy at about 77.50% and female literacy near 58.95%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jakhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 80 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Connectivity of Jakhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhet. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jakhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhet
- Where is Jakhet located?
- Jakhet village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakhet?
- Jakhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jakhet?
- The pincode of Jakhet is 246487, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhet is 175, with 80 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Jakhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakhet village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhet is 67.43%. The male literacy rate is 77.50%, while the female literacy rate is 58.95%.