Jakhanyali - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Jakhanyali is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 76 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jakhniyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakhanyali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhanyali is 042966. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.39 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Jakhanyali 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhanyali
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhanyali village had a total population of 892 people, including 379 males and 513 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,354 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 65.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160.
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 | 892 | 379 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 304 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 75 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhanyali
Jakhanyali 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 Jakhanyali
Jakhanyali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Jakhanyali is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakhanyali is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhanyali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhanyali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jakhanyali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhanyali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakhanyali
Where is Jakhanyali located?
Jakhanyali village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jakhanyali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakhanyali is Jakhniyali.
What is the pincode of Jakhanyali?
The pincode of Jakhanyali is 249155.
What is the population of Jakhanyali?
Jakhanyali had a total population of 892, including 379 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Jakhanyali?
Jakhanyali had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhanyali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhanyali was 77.34%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 65.17%.