Jolay

Jolay is a village located in Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Sonkatch (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Jolai is the gram panchayat of Jolay village.

Jolay has its own place in the vibrant Dewas 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 Jolay

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jolay is 473373. The village spans a total geographical area of 775.44 hectares. Sonkatch is nearest town to Jolay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Jolay

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,460 743 717
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 212 100 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) 694 358 336
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 834 516 318
Illiterate Population 626 227 399

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

  • The total population of Jolay village is around 1,460, including approximately 743 males and 717 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 212 children aged 0–6 years in Jolay village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jolay village has 694 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jolay village is about 57.12%, with male literacy at 69.45% and female literacy at 44.35%.
  • There are around 277 households in Jolay village.

Connectivity of Jolay

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jolay. As per the 2011 stats, Jolay 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jolay

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

Muramya Dhandeda Nipanya Hurhur Lakumdi Khuntkheda Patadiyanajdik Padalyamohba Bawadiya Kumariyabanbir Dehariyapeth Malakpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jolay

Where is Jolay located?
Jolay village is situated in Sonkatch Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jolay?
The Gram Panchayat of Jolay is Jolai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jolay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jolay is 1,460, with 743 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Jolay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jolay village has a total of 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jolay as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jolay is 57.12%. The male literacy rate is 69.45%, while the female literacy rate is 44.35%.