Jala

Jala is a village located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Balumath. Balumath is the sub-district headquarter of Jala village. As per 2009 stats, Sheregara is the gram panchayat of Jala village.

Jala has its own place in the vibrant Latehar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jala is 367365. The village spans a total geographical area of 585 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Balumath is nearest town to Jala village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jala

Below is a concise population overview of Jala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 859 424 435
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 146 78 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 11 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 471 237 234
Literate Population 395 216 179
Illiterate Population 464 208 256

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jala village:

  • The total population of Jala village is around 859, including approximately 424 males and 435 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Jala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jala village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 471 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jala village is about 45.98%, with male literacy at 50.94% and female literacy at 41.15%.
  • There are around 169 households in Jala village.

Connectivity of Jala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jala. As per the 2011 stats, Jala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jala

Knowing the nearby villages of Jala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jala

Where is Jala located?
Jala village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jala is Sheregara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jala?
The pincode of Jala is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jala is 859, with 424 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Jala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jala village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jala is 45.98%. The male literacy rate is 50.94%, while the female literacy rate is 41.15%.