Jakh - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Jakh is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Jakh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakh is 054527. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.72 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jakh
According to the 2011 Census, Jakh village had a total population of 474 people, including 240 males and 234 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.42%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 79.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 474 | 240 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 210 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 30 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Jakh
Jakh 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 Jakh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jakh.
| 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 Bhowali to Jakh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Jakh is about 38 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 Jakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakh 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakh 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 Jakh
Where is Jakh located?
Jakh village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakh?
Jakh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakh?
The pincode of Jakh is 263135.
What is the population of Jakh?
Jakh had a total population of 474, including 240 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Jakh?
Jakh had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakh was 88.42%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 79.23%.