Jamak - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Jamak is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Jamak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamak is 040743. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.44 hectares and falls under the 249194 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jamak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamak
According to the 2011 Census, Jamak village had a total population of 355 people, including 168 males and 187 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.44%, with male literacy at 95.30% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 355 | 168 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 142 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 26 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Jamak
Jamak 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 Jamak
Jamak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Jamak is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jamak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamak 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamak
Where is Jamak located?
Jamak village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamak?
Jamak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamak?
The pincode of Jamak is 249194.
What is the population of Jamak?
Jamak had a total population of 355, including 168 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Jamak?
Jamak had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamak was 83.44%. Male literacy was 95.30% and female literacy was 72.73%.