Jol - Harchakian, Kangra
Jol is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharooplahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jol is 009300. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.83 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Jol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jol
According to the 2011 Census, Jol village had a total population of 218 people, including 118 males and 100 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.61%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 81.52%.
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 | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 104 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Jol
Jol 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
Public transport in the Jol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Jol is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jol
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jol
Where is Jol located?
Jol village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jol?
The Gram Panchayat of Jol is Bharooplahar.
What is the pincode of Jol?
The pincode of Jol is 176206.
What is the population of Jol?
Jol had a total population of 218, including 118 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Jol?
Jol had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jol was 88.61%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 81.52%.