Jaskot - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Jaskot is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Lansdowne and around 80 km from Pauri. Darkhasti Khal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaskot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaskot is 047655. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.47 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Jaskot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaskot
As per Census 2011, Jaskot village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 33 males and 33 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaskot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Jaskot
Jaskot 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 Jaskot
Public transport in the Jaskot is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Jaskot is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Jaskot is about 80 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 Jaskot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaskot 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaskot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaskot 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 Jaskot
Where is Jaskot located?
Jaskot village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaskot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaskot is Darkhasti Khal.
What is the pincode of Jaskot?
The pincode of Jaskot is 246179.
What is the population of Jaskot?
Jaskot has a total population of 66, including 33 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Jaskot?
There are 15 households in Jaskot.
What is the literacy rate in Jaskot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaskot is 71.21%. Male literacy is 75.76% and female literacy is 66.67%.