Jankande - Lohaghat, Champawat
Jankande is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Jan Kande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jankande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jankande is 054117. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.93 hectares and falls under the 262528 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jankande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jankande
As per Census 2011, Jankande village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 337 males and 365 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jankande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 337 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 278 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 59 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Jankande
Jankande 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 Jankande
Public transport in the Jankande 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 Lohaghat to Jankande is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Jankande is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jankande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jankande 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jankande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jankande 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 Jankande
Where is Jankande located?
Jankande village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jankande?
The Gram Panchayat of Jankande is Jan Kande.
What is the pincode of Jankande?
The pincode of Jankande is 262528.
What is the population of Jankande?
Jankande has a total population of 702, including 337 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Jankande?
There are 143 households in Jankande.
What is the literacy rate in Jankande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jankande is 69.94%. Male literacy is 82.49% and female literacy is 58.36%.