Jokana - Dalhousie, Chamba
Jokana is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Manola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokana is 007471. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.18 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jokana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jokana
As per Census 2011, Jokana village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 35 males and 35 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 24 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jokana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Jokana
Jokana 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 Jokana
Public transport in the Jokana is mainly available through bus 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 Dalhousie to Jokana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Jokana is about 34 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 Jokana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jokana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jokana
Where is Jokana located?
Jokana village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokana?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokana is Manola.
What is the pincode of Jokana?
The pincode of Jokana is 176303.
What is the population of Jokana?
Jokana has a total population of 70, including 35 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Jokana?
There are 14 households in Jokana.
What is the literacy rate in Jokana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokana is 65.71%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 62.86%.