Joka - Jarmundi, Dumka
Joka is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Jonka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joka is 369735. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.16 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Joka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joka
As per Census 2011, Joka village has a total population of 1,239 people, consisting of 643 males and 596 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,239 | 643 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 135 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 382 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 261 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Joka
Joka 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 Joka
Public transport in the Joka is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Joka is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joka 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 Joka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joka
Where is Joka located?
Joka village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joka?
The Gram Panchayat of Joka is Jonka.
What is the pincode of Joka?
The pincode of Joka is 814145.
What is the population of Joka?
Joka has a total population of 1,239, including 643 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Joka?
There are 258 households in Joka.
What is the literacy rate in Joka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joka is 47.46%. Male literacy is 59.41% and female literacy is 34.56%.