Jakhand

Jakhand is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Jakhand village is also a gram panchayat.

Jakhand has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jakhand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhand is 043262. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249161. Kirtinagar is nearest town to Jakhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Jakhand

Below is a concise population overview of Jakhand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 654 294 360
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 28 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 353 163 190
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 466 248 218
Illiterate Population 188 46 142

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jakhand village:

  • The total population of Jakhand village is around 654, including approximately 294 males and 360 females, with a sex ratio of 1224 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jakhand village has 353 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jakhand village is about 71.25%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 60.56%.
  • There are around 154 households in Jakhand village.

Connectivity of Jakhand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhand. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jakhand

Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhand.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhand

Where is Jakhand located?
Jakhand village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhand?
Jakhand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jakhand?
The pincode of Jakhand is 249161, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jakhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhand is 654, with 294 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Jakhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakhand village has a total of 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhand is 71.25%. The male literacy rate is 84.35%, while the female literacy rate is 60.56%.