Jara Jakhani - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Jara Jakhani is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jara Jakhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jara Jakhani is 050100. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.58 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Jara Jakhani 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jara Jakhani
According to the 2011 Census, Jara Jakhani village had a total population of 68 people, including 31 males and 37 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.33%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 90.63%.
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 | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Jara Jakhani
Jara Jakhani 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 Jara Jakhani
Public transport in the Jara Jakhani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Jara Jakhani is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jara Jakhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jara Jakhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jara Jakhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jara Jakhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jara Jakhani
Where is Jara Jakhani located?
Jara Jakhani village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jara Jakhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jara Jakhani is Bhama.
What is the pincode of Jara Jakhani?
The pincode of Jara Jakhani is 262522.
What is the population of Jara Jakhani?
Jara Jakhani had a total population of 68, including 31 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Jara Jakhani?
Jara Jakhani had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jara Jakhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jara Jakhani was 93.33%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 90.63%.