Jakh
Jakh is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Jakh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jakh unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Jakh’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 Jakh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakh is 041336. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246429. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Jakh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Jakh
Population of Jakh
According to the 2011 Census, Jakh has a total population of about 603, with approximately 273 males and 330 females. The sex ratio is around 1208 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 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 71.48%, with male literacy at about 80.22% and female literacy near 64.24%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jakh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 273 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 431 | 219 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 54 | 118 |
Connectivity of Jakh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakh. As per the 2011 stats, Jakh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jakh
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakh
- Where is Jakh located?
- Jakh village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakh?
- Jakh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jakh?
- The pincode of Jakh is 246429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakh is 603, with 273 males and 330 females.
- How many households are there in Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakh village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakh is 71.48%. The male literacy rate is 80.22%, while the female literacy rate is 64.24%.