Jakhi - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Jakhi is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Devprayag and around 88 km from New Tehri. Jakhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhi is 043294. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.2 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jakhi 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 Jakhi
As per Census 2011, Jakhi village has a total population of 750 people, consisting of 335 males and 415 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 1,238 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 750 | 335 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 258 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 77 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhi
Jakhi 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 Jakhi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Jakhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jakhi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakhi is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jakhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhi 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 Jakhi
Where is Jakhi located?
Jakhi village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhi?
Jakhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakhi?
The pincode of Jakhi is 249161.
What is the population of Jakhi?
Jakhi has a total population of 750, including 335 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Jakhi?
There are 172 households in Jakhi.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhi is 65.20%. Male literacy is 77.01% and female literacy is 55.66%.