Jakher - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Jakher is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Devprayag and around 76 km from New Tehri. Koti Dagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakher is 043298. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.52 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Jakher 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
As per Census 2011, Jakher village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 181 males and 294 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,624 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 194 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 181 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 122 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 59 | 135 |
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
Jakher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kirtinagar to Jakher is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakher 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 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 Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakher?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakher is Koti Dagar.
What is the pincode of Jakher?
The pincode of Jakher is 249161.
What is the population of Jakher?
Jakher has a total population of 475, including 181 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Jakher?
There are 103 households in Jakher.
What is the literacy rate in Jakher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakher is 59.16%. Male literacy is 67.40% and female literacy is 54.08%.