Jakh - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Jakh is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jakh (nailchami) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakh is 042979. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.5 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Jakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakh
As per Census 2011, Jakh village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 378 males and 455 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 378 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 257 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 121 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Jakh
Jakh 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 Jakh
Jakh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jakh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Jakh is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakh 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 Jakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakh 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 Jakh
Where is Jakh located?
Jakh village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakh is Jakh (nailchami).
What is the pincode of Jakh?
The pincode of Jakh is 249155.
What is the population of Jakh?
Jakh has a total population of 833, including 378 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Jakh?
There are 159 households in Jakh.
What is the literacy rate in Jakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakh is 56.42%. Male literacy is 67.99% and female literacy is 46.81%.