Jakh - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Jakh is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jakh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakh is 043949. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.26 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jakh 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 Jakh
As per Census 2011, Jakh village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 260 males and 231 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 260 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 221 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 39 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Jakh
Jakh 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 Jakh
Jakh 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 | 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 Chamba to Jakh is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jakh is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jakh
Where is Jakh located?
Jakh village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakh?
Jakh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakh?
The pincode of Jakh is 249130.
What is the population of Jakh?
Jakh has a total population of 491, including 260 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Jakh?
There are 88 households in Jakh.
What is the literacy rate in Jakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakh is 78.21%. Male literacy is 85.00% and female literacy is 70.56%.