Jakhal
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Jakhal is a village in the Shekhawati
region of Rajasthan
, India
. It is located in the district of Jhunjhunu
, approximately 20 km east of Nawalgarh
and 30 km south of Jhunjhunu. Jakhal was founded by Salehadi Singh Shekhawat on August 9, 1732 (teej of Sravana Shukla 1789). Hundreds of its residents serve in Indian Army. However, the farming is the main occupation for the most of Jakhal residents. The main crops in the monsoon seasons are Bajara (Pearl Millet
), Moth, and Guar
. The main crops in the winter months are Wheat, Barley, Sarson (Mustard oil
, Mustard seed
), and Chana (Chickpeas).
on August 9, 1732 (Teej of Sravana Shukla 1789). Salehadi Singh was the younger brother of Thakur Shardul Singh (ruler of Jhunjhunu
). He was also the commander of his brother's army. He fought several wars on the behalf of his brother. Once his brother sent him to win Bhorki. However, he has to stay in Jakhal before attacking Bhorki. He was kind of impressed with the natural beauty of the area and decided to conquer the area from the local warlord. The warlord decided to keep quiet because he knew the stories about Salehadi Singh's bravery. Somebody wrote a verse in Rajasthani in the memory of Salehadi Singh's victory over the warlord:
Sataraaso Niwasiya, Saavan maas udaar|
Sallye (Salehadi) leenee jakhalan, teejaa ke tyunwaar||
In 1735, Salehadi Singh built a bastion (burj) in Jakhal. It is believed that Sikar's king Laxaman Singh destroyed parts of this burj in a cannon attack. The remains of this burj is still there (see photo right). Salehadi Singh's four sons - Samarth Singh, Sangraam Singh, Shev Singh, and Gulab Singh - decided to stay in Jakhal and their descendants still live in Jakhal.
, the surrounding area is predominantly covered with sand dunes.
, Barwasi, Nawalgarh
, Mukundgarh, Sikar
.
Notable people (past) from the village are Sujan Singh Shekhawat, Swami Sundar Das, Mahatma Jairam Das, Man Nath Nehara, Bheru Rana, etc. Jakhal's Sarpanch (village chief) is Ram Pratap Moond. Former Sarpanchs are Sugan Singh Shekhawat, Bharat Singh Shekhawat, Jai Singh Shekhawat, Seth Rampratap, Sumer Singh Shekhawat, Icharaj Kanwar Shekhawat, Azad Singh Shekhawat, and Prithviraj Singh Shekhawat. Shyam Sundar Saunthalia is a businessman from Jakhal, based in Mumbai, who has constructed Secondary School, Hospital, Community hall in the village.
Shekhawati
Shekhawati is a semi-arid historical region located in the northeast part of Rajasthan, India got its name from Shekhawat Rajputs....
region of Rajasthan
Rajasthan
Rājasthān the land of Rajasthanis, , is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It is located in the northwest of India. It encompasses most of the area of the large, inhospitable Great Indian Desert , which has an edge paralleling the Sutlej-Indus river valley along its border with...
, India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
. It is located in the district of Jhunjhunu
Jhunjhunu
Jhunjhunu is a town in the state of Rajasthan in India, and the administrative headquarters of Jhunjhunu District. It is located a 180 km from Jaipur and 245 km from Delhi. The town is famous for the frescos on its grand Havelis, a special artistic feature of this region.- Etymology...
, approximately 20 km east of Nawalgarh
Nawalgarh
Nawalgarh may refer to:*Nawalgarh, Rajasthan, India*Nawalgarh, Himachal Pradesh, India...
and 30 km south of Jhunjhunu. Jakhal was founded by Salehadi Singh Shekhawat on August 9, 1732 (teej of Sravana Shukla 1789). Hundreds of its residents serve in Indian Army. However, the farming is the main occupation for the most of Jakhal residents. The main crops in the monsoon seasons are Bajara (Pearl Millet
Pearl millet
Pearl millet is the most widely grown type of millet. Grown in Africa and the Indian subcontinent since prehistoric times, it is generally accepted that pearl millet originated in Africa and was subsequently introduced into India. The center of diversity, and suggested area of domestication, for...
), Moth, and Guar
Guar
The guar/guwar/guvar bean or cluster bean is an annual legume and the source of guar gum. It grows best under conditions with frequent rainfall, but tolerates arid conditions well. About 80% of world production occurs in India, but, due to strong demand, the plant is being introduced into new areas...
. The main crops in the winter months are Wheat, Barley, Sarson (Mustard oil
Mustard oil
The term mustard oil is used for three different oils that are made from mustard seeds:*A fatty vegetable oil resulting from pressing the seeds,...
, Mustard seed
Mustard seed
Mustard seeds are the small round seeds of various mustard plants. The seeds are usually about 1 or 2 mm in diameter. Mustard seeds may be colored from yellowish white to black. They are important spices in many regional foods. The seeds can come from three different plants: black mustard , brown...
), and Chana (Chickpeas).
History
Jakhal was founded by Thakur Salehadi Singh ShekhawatShekhawat
Shekhawat is a sub-clan of Kachwaha Rajputs found mainly in Rajasthan, India. The Shekhawat clan claims descent from the great rajput warrior Maharao Shekha Ji. The Shekhawats were the most prominent among all sub clans of Kachwahas of Jaipur. Shekhawats were the rulers of Shekhawati.-History:The...
on August 9, 1732 (Teej of Sravana Shukla 1789). Salehadi Singh was the younger brother of Thakur Shardul Singh (ruler of Jhunjhunu
Jhunjhunu
Jhunjhunu is a town in the state of Rajasthan in India, and the administrative headquarters of Jhunjhunu District. It is located a 180 km from Jaipur and 245 km from Delhi. The town is famous for the frescos on its grand Havelis, a special artistic feature of this region.- Etymology...
). He was also the commander of his brother's army. He fought several wars on the behalf of his brother. Once his brother sent him to win Bhorki. However, he has to stay in Jakhal before attacking Bhorki. He was kind of impressed with the natural beauty of the area and decided to conquer the area from the local warlord. The warlord decided to keep quiet because he knew the stories about Salehadi Singh's bravery. Somebody wrote a verse in Rajasthani in the memory of Salehadi Singh's victory over the warlord:
Sataraaso Niwasiya, Saavan maas udaar|
Sallye (Salehadi) leenee jakhalan, teejaa ke tyunwaar||
In 1735, Salehadi Singh built a bastion (burj) in Jakhal. It is believed that Sikar's king Laxaman Singh destroyed parts of this burj in a cannon attack. The remains of this burj is still there (see photo right). Salehadi Singh's four sons - Samarth Singh, Sangraam Singh, Shev Singh, and Gulab Singh - decided to stay in Jakhal and their descendants still live in Jakhal.
Geography
Jakhal is located at 27.91°N 75.44°E. It has an average elevation of 375 metres (1230 feet).Climate
Jakhal is located in the semi-desert area of the Thar DesertThar Desert
The Thar Desert |Punjab]] province. The Cholistan Desert adjoins the Thar desert spreading into Pakistani Punjab province.-Location and description:...
, the surrounding area is predominantly covered with sand dunes.
Neighborhoods
To the north of Jakhal is Bugala, Ajari, Baragaon, Jhunjhunu. To the east of Jakhal is Sonthali, Titanwar, Gudha Gorji ka. To the south is Bhorki, Inderpura, Udaipur Shekhawati, Dhamora. To the west is KariKari
Kari or KARI may refer to:* Kari or curry, a pan-Asian variety of spicy food* Kari or Sundaram Karivardhan, a legendary figure of Indian motorsports*Kari , a natural satellite of Saturn*Kari , a technique in shakuhachi music...
, Barwasi, Nawalgarh
Nawalgarh
Nawalgarh may refer to:*Nawalgarh, Rajasthan, India*Nawalgarh, Himachal Pradesh, India...
, Mukundgarh, Sikar
Sikar
Sikar is a city located in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan state in India. It is the administrative headquarter of Sikar District. Sikar is a historical city and contains many old Havelis which are a huge tourist attraction. The best way to reach the city is to use road transport from Jaipur...
.
People
According to 2001 census, Jakhal had a population of 6,583. Major population in the village is of Shekhawat Rajputs about 1000 families followed by Muslims 500 families and Jats 500 families. Other castes in the village with number of families are Balai (100), Meena (30), Maniar (30), Brahman (30), Nai (20), Majajan (10), Khati (30), Kumhar (50), Daroga (20), Bhangi (10)Notable people (past) from the village are Sujan Singh Shekhawat, Swami Sundar Das, Mahatma Jairam Das, Man Nath Nehara, Bheru Rana, etc. Jakhal's Sarpanch (village chief) is Ram Pratap Moond. Former Sarpanchs are Sugan Singh Shekhawat, Bharat Singh Shekhawat, Jai Singh Shekhawat, Seth Rampratap, Sumer Singh Shekhawat, Icharaj Kanwar Shekhawat, Azad Singh Shekhawat, and Prithviraj Singh Shekhawat. Shyam Sundar Saunthalia is a businessman from Jakhal, based in Mumbai, who has constructed Secondary School, Hospital, Community hall in the village.