Jhankat
Jhankat is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Pachpeda is the gram panchayat of Jhankat village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhankat unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Jhankat’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 Jhankat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhankat is 056178. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262405. Sitarganj is nearest town to Jhankat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhankat 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhankat
Population of Jhankat
According to the 2011 Census, Jhankat has a total population of about 615, with approximately 321 males and 294 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 468. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.85%, with male literacy at about 78.82% and female literacy near 66.33%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhankat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 321 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 239 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 253 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 68 | 99 |
Connectivity of Jhankat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhankat. As per the 2011 stats, Jhankat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhankat
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhankat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhankat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhankat
- Where is Jhankat located?
- Jhankat village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhankat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhankat is Pachpeda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhankat?
- The pincode of Jhankat is 262405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhankat is 615, with 321 males and 294 females.
- How many households are there in Jhankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhankat village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhankat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhankat is 72.85%. The male literacy rate is 78.82%, while the female literacy rate is 66.33%.