Jamku
About Jamku
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jamku village is 049121. Jamku village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Jamku village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 213.14 hectares. Jamku has a total population of 708 peoples, out of which male population is 342 while female population is 366. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1070 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jamku village is 64.97% out of which 74.27% males and 56.28% females are literate. There are about 146 houses in jamku village. Pincode of jamku village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Jamku village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jamku village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to jamku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Jamku
The population details of Jamku cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 342 | 366 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 261 | 122 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 254 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 88 | 160 |
Connectivity of Jamku
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jamku
Where is Jamku located?
Jamku village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamku?
Jamku serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jamku?
The pincode of Jamku is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jamku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamku is 708, with 342 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Jamku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jamku village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamku is 64.97%. The male literacy rate is 74.27%, while the female literacy rate is 56.28%.