Jhirkoti
Jhirkoti is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Jhirkoti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhirkoti unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Jhirkoti’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 Jhirkoti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhirkoti is 041281. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246429. Gochar is nearest town to Jhirkoti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Jhirkoti
Population of Jhirkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirkoti has a total population of about 367, with approximately 173 males and 194 females. The sex ratio is around 1121 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 107 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 71.12%, with male literacy at about 79.19% and female literacy near 63.92%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhirkoti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 173 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 261 | 137 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 36 | 70 |
Connectivity of Jhirkoti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhirkoti. As per the 2011 stats, Jhirkoti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhirkoti
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhirkoti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhirkoti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhirkoti
- Where is Jhirkoti located?
- Jhirkoti village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhirkoti?
- Jhirkoti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhirkoti?
- The pincode of Jhirkoti is 246429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhirkoti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhirkoti is 367, with 173 males and 194 females.
- How many households are there in Jhirkoti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhirkoti village has a total of 77 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhirkoti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhirkoti is 71.12%. The male literacy rate is 79.19%, while the female literacy rate is 63.92%.