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
According to the 2011 Census, Jaskot village had a total population of 66 people, including 33 males and 33 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.93%, with male literacy at 96.15% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 66, including 33 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Jaskot?
Jaskot had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaskot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaskot was 83.93%. Male literacy was 96.15% and female literacy was 73.33%.