Jol - Jaswan, Kangra
Jol is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotla Behar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jol is 010620. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.81 hectares and falls under the 176501 pincode. Talwara 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 Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jol
As per Census 2011, Jol village has a total population of 150 people, consisting of 72 males and 78 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
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
Jol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Jol is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jol
Where is Jol located?
Jol village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jol?
The Gram Panchayat of Jol is Kotla Behar.
What is the pincode of Jol?
The pincode of Jol is 176501.
What is the population of Jol?
Jol has a total population of 150, including 72 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Jol?
There are 27 households in Jol.
What is the literacy rate in Jol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jol is 74.67%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 74.36%.