Jakhola - Joshimath, Chamoli
Jakhola is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jakhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhola is 040833. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.97 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jakhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jakhola
As per Census 2011, Jakhola village has a total population of 201 people, consisting of 96 males and 105 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 64 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 78 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 18 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhola
Jakhola 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 Jakhola
Jakhola 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 Joshimath to Jakhola is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jakhola is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jakhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jakhola
Where is Jakhola located?
Jakhola village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhola?
Jakhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakhola?
The pincode of Jakhola is 246472.
What is the population of Jakhola?
Jakhola has a total population of 201, including 96 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Jakhola?
There are 40 households in Jakhola.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhola is 68.16%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 56.19%.