Jakhwal Kot - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Jakhwal Kot is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Tharali and around 79 km from Gopeshwar. Rithiya Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakhwal Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhwal Kot is 041584. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.6 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Jakhwal Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhwal Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhwal Kot village had a total population of 60 people, including 22 males and 38 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.72%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.67%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 13 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhwal Kot
Jakhwal Kot 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 Jakhwal Kot
Jakhwal Kot 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Jakhwal Kot is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jakhwal Kot is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhwal Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhwal Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jakhwal Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhwal Kot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakhwal Kot
Where is Jakhwal Kot located?
Jakhwal Kot village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakhwal Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakhwal Kot is Rithiya Malla.
What is the pincode of Jakhwal Kot?
The pincode of Jakhwal Kot is 246444.
What is the population of Jakhwal Kot?
Jakhwal Kot had a total population of 60, including 22 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Jakhwal Kot?
Jakhwal Kot had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhwal Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhwal Kot was 83.72%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.67%.