Jokani - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Jokani is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Gorsali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokani is 040735. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.89 hectares and falls under the 249152 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Jokani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jokani
According to the 2011 Census, Jokani village had a total population of 107 people, including 53 males and 54 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.02%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 60.42%.
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 | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 11 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Jokani
Jokani 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 Jokani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jokani.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Jokani is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jokani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jokani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jokani
Where is Jokani located?
Jokani village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokani is Gorsali.
What is the pincode of Jokani?
The pincode of Jokani is 249152.
What is the population of Jokani?
Jokani had a total population of 107, including 53 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Jokani?
Jokani had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jokani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokani was 78.02%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 60.42%.