Jakhol Village Overview
Jakhol is a village in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It lies about 20 km from Bhatwari tehsil headquarters and around 26 km from Uttarkashi district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Jakhol village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Jakhol village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhol is 040737. The village covers a geographical area of 277.06 hectares and has a pincode of 249135. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Location Map of Jakhol
Population & Demographics of Jakhol
This section provides population and demographic details of Jakhol village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 185 | 114 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 23 | 63 |
Key population details of Jakhol village are given below:
- Jakhol village is a small village with a total population of around 271, including approximately 137 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 4 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Jakhol village is good, with a literacy rate of about 68.27%.
- There are around 46 households in Jakhol village.
Transport & Connectivity of Jakhol
Transport facilities help residents of Jakhol village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jakhol
The following villages are located close to Jakhol and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhol
- Where is Jakhol located?
- Jakhol village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakhol?
- Jakhol is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Jakhol?
- The pincode of Jakhol is 249135.
- What is the population of Jakhol?
- Jakhol has a total population of 271, including 137 males and 134 females.
- How many households are there in Jakhol?
- There are 46 households in Jakhol.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakhol?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhol is 68.27%. Male literacy is 83.21% and female literacy is 52.99%.