Jolanga
Jolanga is a village located in Ranka subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Ranka (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Tamge Kalan is the gram panchayat of Jolanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Jolanga unique in its vibrant Ranka-Garhwa region. You’ll see Jolanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jolanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jolanga is 347908. The village spans a total geographical area of 850.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822125. Garhwa is nearest town to Jolanga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jolanga
Population of Jolanga
According to the 2011 Census, Jolanga has a total population of about 1,232, with approximately 614 males and 618 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 297 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 984. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.33%, with male literacy at about 36.16% and female literacy near 20.55%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jolanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 614 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 154 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 984 | 484 | 500 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 222 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 392 | 491 |
Connectivity of Jolanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jolanga. As per the 2011 stats, Jolanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jolanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Jolanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jolanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jolanga
- Where is Jolanga located?
- Jolanga village is situated in Ranka Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jolanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jolanga is Tamge Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jolanga?
- The pincode of Jolanga is 822125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jolanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jolanga is 1,232, with 614 males and 618 females.
- How many households are there in Jolanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jolanga village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jolanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jolanga is 28.33%. The male literacy rate is 36.16%, while the female literacy rate is 20.55%.