Jhankat - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Jhankat is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Sitarganj and around 53 km from Rudrapur. Pachpeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhankat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhankat is 056178. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jhankat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhankat
According to the 2011 Census, Jhankat village had a total population of 615 people, including 321 males and 294 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.45%, with male literacy at 87.54% and female literacy at 74.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 468.
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 | 615 | 321 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 239 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 253 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 68 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Jhankat
Jhankat 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 Jhankat
Jhankat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Jhankat is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Jhankat is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhankat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhankat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhankat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhankat 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 Jhankat
Where is Jhankat located?
Jhankat village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhankat?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhankat is Pachpeda.
What is the pincode of Jhankat?
The pincode of Jhankat is 262311.
What is the population of Jhankat?
Jhankat had a total population of 615, including 321 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Jhankat?
Jhankat had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhankat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhankat was 81.45%. Male literacy was 87.54% and female literacy was 74.71%.