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.
Here you can discover what makes Jolay unique in its vibrant Sonkatch-Dewas region. You’ll see Jolay’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 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.
Google Map of Jolay
Population of Jolay
According to the 2011 Census, Jolay has a total population of about 1,460, with approximately 743 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 212 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 694 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.12%, with male literacy at about 69.45% and female literacy near 44.35%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jolay's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.