Jhirkoti - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Jhirkoti is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Devprayag and around 100 km from New Tehri. Dang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirkoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirkoti is 043315. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.21 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jhirkoti 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 Jhirkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirkoti village had a total population of 112 people, including 44 males and 68 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,545 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 112 | 44 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 7 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirkoti
Jhirkoti 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 Jhirkoti
Jhirkoti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kirtinagar to Jhirkoti is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jhirkoti is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhirkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirkoti 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhirkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirkoti 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 Jhirkoti
Where is Jhirkoti located?
Jhirkoti village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirkoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirkoti is Dang.
What is the pincode of Jhirkoti?
The pincode of Jhirkoti is 249161.
What is the population of Jhirkoti?
Jhirkoti had a total population of 112, including 44 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Jhirkoti?
Jhirkoti had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirkoti was 85.71%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 78.33%.