Jol Palakhin - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Jol Palakhin is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuthera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jol Palakhin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jol Palakhin is 019032. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.05 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Jol Palakhin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jol Palakhin
As per Census 2011, Jol Palakhin village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 410 males and 410 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jol Palakhin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 410 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 343 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 67 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Jol Palakhin
Jol Palakhin 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 Jol Palakhin
Public transport in the Jol Palakhin is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Jol Palakhin is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jol Palakhin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jol Palakhin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jol Palakhin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jol Palakhin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jol Palakhin
Where is Jol Palakhin located?
Jol Palakhin village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jol Palakhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Jol Palakhin is Kuthera.
What is the pincode of Jol Palakhin?
The pincode of Jol Palakhin is 174026.
What is the population of Jol Palakhin?
Jol Palakhin has a total population of 820, including 410 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Jol Palakhin?
There are 185 households in Jol Palakhin.
What is the literacy rate in Jol Palakhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jol Palakhin is 78.29%. Male literacy is 83.66% and female literacy is 72.93%.