No.2 Jelam - Jonai, Dhemaji
No.2 Jelam is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Kemi Jelem serves as the Gram Panchayat for No.2 Jelam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.2 Jelam is 289551. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.16 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
No.2 Jelam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of No.2 Jelam
According to the 2011 Census, No.2 Jelam village had a total population of 652 people, including 336 males and 316 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.84%, with male literacy at 83.39% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 631.
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 | 652 | 336 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 631 | 323 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 236 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 100 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of No.2 Jelam
No.2 Jelam 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 No.2 Jelam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the No.2 Jelam.
| 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 Pasighat to No.2 Jelam is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to No.2 Jelam is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in No.2 Jelam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.2 Jelam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in No.2 Jelam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving No.2 Jelam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about No.2 Jelam
Where is No.2 Jelam located?
No.2 Jelam village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of No.2 Jelam?
The Gram Panchayat of No.2 Jelam is Kemi Jelem.
What is the pincode of No.2 Jelam?
The pincode of No.2 Jelam is 787060.
What is the population of No.2 Jelam?
No.2 Jelam had a total population of 652, including 336 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in No.2 Jelam?
No.2 Jelam had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in No.2 Jelam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.2 Jelam was 72.84%. Male literacy was 83.39% and female literacy was 61.45%.