Jakher - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Jakher is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Mahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakher is 043109. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.5 hectares and falls under the 249126 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jakher 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
According to the 2011 Census, Jakher village had a total population of 30 people, including 16 males and 14 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 41.67%.
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 | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Jakher
Jakher 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
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jakher.
| 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 Devprayag to Jakher is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakher is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakher 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 Jakher
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 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 Jakher
Where is Jakher located?
Jakher village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakher?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakher is Mahar.
What is the pincode of Jakher?
The pincode of Jakher is 249126.
What is the population of Jakher?
Jakher had a total population of 30, including 16 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Jakher?
Jakher had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakher was 66.67%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 41.67%.