Jalakona
Jalakona is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Amoda is the gram panchayat of Jalakona village.
Jalakona has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jalakona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalakona is 435723. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496551. Baramkela is nearest town to Jalakona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Jalakona
Below is a concise population overview of Jalakona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 146 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 107 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 39 | 58 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jalakona village:
- The total population of Jalakona village is around 286, including approximately 146 males and 140 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Jalakona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jalakona village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 156 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jalakona village is about 66.08%, with male literacy at 73.29% and female literacy at 58.57%.
- There are around 71 households in Jalakona village.
Connectivity of Jalakona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalakona. As per the 2011 stats, Jalakona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalakona
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalakona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalakona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalakona
- Where is Jalakona located?
- Jalakona village is situated in Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalakona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalakona is Amoda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalakona?
- The pincode of Jalakona is 496551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalakona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalakona is 286, with 146 males and 140 females.
- How many households are there in Jalakona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalakona village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalakona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalakona is 66.08%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 58.57%.