Jakhana - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Jakhana is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from Ghansali and around 97 km from New Tehri. Jakhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhana is 042812. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.85 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Jakhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhana
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhana village had a total population of 434 people, including 196 males and 238 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.97%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 42.86%.
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 | 434 | 196 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 130 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 66 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhana
Jakhana 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 Jakhana
Jakhana 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 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 Srinagar to Jakhana is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakhana is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jakhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakhana
Where is Jakhana located?
Jakhana village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhana?
Jakhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakhana?
The pincode of Jakhana is 249125.
What is the population of Jakhana?
Jakhana had a total population of 434, including 196 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Jakhana?
Jakhana had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhana was 60.97%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 42.86%.