Jola - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Jola is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bohal-taaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jola is 022636. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 173223 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Jola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jola
As per Census 2011, Jola village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 132 males and 134 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 132 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Jola
Jola 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 Jola
Jola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Jola is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jola
Where is Jola located?
Jola village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jola is Bohal-taaliya.
What is the pincode of Jola?
The pincode of Jola is 173223.
What is the population of Jola?
Jola has a total population of 266, including 132 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Jola?
There are 50 households in Jola.
What is the literacy rate in Jola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jola is 72.93%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 69.40%.