Jalso - Bilaspur
Jalso is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Bilaspur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jalso village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalso is 438728. The village covers a total geographical area of 673.1 hectares and falls under the 495009 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jalso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalso
As per Census 2011, Jalso village has a total population of 3,368 people, consisting of 1,719 males and 1,649 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 567 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,939 literate and 1,429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalso are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,368 | 1,719 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 293 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,288 | 1,147 | 1,141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 127 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 1,939 | 1,176 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 543 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Jalso
Jalso is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Semri | North | 2.28 km |
| Semra | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Parsaudi | East | 2.58 km |
| Semartal | South | 2.58 km |
| Bharari | North | 2.69 km |
| Gatauri | West | 2.75 km |
| Mohtarai | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Bhadoriyakhar | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Nawgawa | West | 3.55 km |
| Parsada | East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalso
Jalso is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghutku, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilaspur to Jalso is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Jalso is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalso village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalso 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jalso
Where is Jalso located?
Jalso village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalso?
Jalso is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalso?
The pincode of Jalso is 495009.
What is the population of Jalso?
Jalso has a total population of 3,368, including 1,719 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Jalso?
There are 781 households in Jalso.
What is the literacy rate in Jalso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalso is 57.57%. Male literacy is 68.41% and female literacy is 46.27%.