Jakher May Umri - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Jakher May Umri is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jakher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakher May Umri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakher May Umri is 043252. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.81 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Jakher May Umri 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakher May Umri
According to the 2011 Census, Jakher May Umri village had a total population of 1,130 people, including 569 males and 561 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 85.36% and female literacy at 61.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 852.
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 | 1,130 | 569 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 91 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 427 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 408 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 161 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Jakher May Umri
Jakher May Umri 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 Jakher May Umri
Jakher May Umri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Jakher May Umri is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakher May Umri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakher May Umri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakher May Umri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jakher May Umri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakher May Umri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jakher May Umri
Where is Jakher May Umri located?
Jakher May Umri village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakher May Umri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakher May Umri is Jakher.
What is the pincode of Jakher May Umri?
The pincode of Jakher May Umri is 249161.
What is the population of Jakher May Umri?
Jakher May Umri had a total population of 1,130, including 569 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Jakher May Umri?
Jakher May Umri had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakher May Umri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakher May Umri was 73.15%. Male literacy was 85.36% and female literacy was 61.08%.