Jakh Dholit - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Jakh Dholit is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jakh Dhaulait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakh Dholit village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakh Dholit is 049220. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.41 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Jakh Dholit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakh Dholit
According to the 2011 Census, Jakh Dholit village had a total population of 109 people, including 48 males and 61 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 68.97%.
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 | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 5 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Jakh Dholit
Jakh Dholit 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 Dholit
Jakh Dholit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Jakh Dholit is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jakh Dholit is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakh Dholit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakh Dholit village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jakh Dholit
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 Dholit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jakh Dholit
Where is Jakh Dholit located?
Jakh Dholit village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakh Dholit?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakh Dholit is Jakh Dhaulait.
What is the pincode of Jakh Dholit?
The pincode of Jakh Dholit is 262551.
What is the population of Jakh Dholit?
Jakh Dholit had a total population of 109, including 48 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Jakh Dholit?
Jakh Dholit had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakh Dholit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakh Dholit was 82.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 68.97%.