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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Jakher May Umri village has a total population of 1,130 people, consisting of 569 males and 561 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakher May Umri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,130 | 569 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 91 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 427 | 425 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,130, including 569 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Jakher May Umri?
There are 251 households in Jakher May Umri.
What is the literacy rate in Jakher May Umri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakher May Umri is 62.21%. Male literacy is 71.70% and female literacy is 52.58%.