Jaikot - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Jaikot is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 71 km from Satpuli and around 121 km from Pauri Garhwal. Paniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaikot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaikot is 047988. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.99 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Jaikot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaikot
According to the 2011 Census, Jaikot village had a total population of 117 people, including 73 males and 44 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 603 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.56%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 117 | 73 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 57 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Jaikot
Jaikot 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 Jaikot
Jaikot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dogadda to Jaikot is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Jaikot is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaikot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaikot 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaikot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaikot 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 Jaikot
Where is Jaikot located?
Jaikot village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaikot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaikot is Paniya.
What is the pincode of Jaikot?
The pincode of Jaikot is 246179.
What is the population of Jaikot?
Jaikot had a total population of 117, including 73 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Jaikot?
Jaikot had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaikot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaikot was 71.56%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 50.00%.