Pola - Majholi, Jabalpur
Pola is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Pola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pola is 489241. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.73 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pola
According to the 2011 Census, Pola village had a total population of 2,238 people, including 1,174 males and 1,064 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 72.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 447.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,238 | 1,174 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 184 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 99 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 237 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 1,556 | 889 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 285 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Pola
Pola 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 Pola
Pola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Pola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Pola is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pola
Where is Pola located?
Pola village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pola?
Pola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pola?
The pincode of Pola is 483336.
What is the population of Pola?
Pola had a total population of 2,238, including 1,174 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Pola?
Pola had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pola was 81.47%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 72.50%.