Jhelam - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Jhelam is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Jakhnidhar and around 51 km from New Tehri. Jelam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhelam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhelam is 043667. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.68 hectares and falls under the 249123 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Jhelam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhelam
According to the 2011 Census, Jhelam village had a total population of 732 people, including 320 males and 412 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,288 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.16%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 63.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 732 | 320 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 232 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 88 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Jhelam
Jhelam 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 Jhelam
Jhelam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Tehri to Jhelam is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jhelam is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhelam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhelam 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhelam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhelam 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 Jhelam
Where is Jhelam located?
Jhelam village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhelam?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhelam is Jelam.
What is the pincode of Jhelam?
The pincode of Jhelam is 249123.
What is the population of Jhelam?
Jhelam had a total population of 732, including 320 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Jhelam?
Jhelam had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhelam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhelam was 74.16%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 63.54%.