Jakh
Jakh is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Jakh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jakh unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Jakh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jakh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakh is 043949. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Chamba is nearest town to Jakh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jakh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jakh
Population of Jakh
According to the 2011 Census, Jakh has a total population of about 491, with approximately 260 males and 231 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.21%, with male literacy at about 85.00% and female literacy near 70.56%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jakh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 260 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 384 | 221 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 39 | 68 |
Connectivity of Jakh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakh. As per the 2011 stats, Jakh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jakh
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakh
- Where is Jakh located?
- Jakh village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakh?
- Jakh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jakh?
- The pincode of Jakh is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakh is 491, with 260 males and 231 females.
- How many households are there in Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakh village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakh is 78.21%. The male literacy rate is 85.00%, while the female literacy rate is 70.56%.