Jolgaon - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Jolgaon is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Betasing and around 51 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jolgaon is 273740. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Jolgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jolgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jolgaon village had a total population of 201 people, including 107 males and 94 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.73%, with male literacy at 61.18% and female literacy at 62.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 55 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Jolgaon
Jolgaon 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 Jolgaon
Jolgaon 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Jolgaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jolgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jolgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jolgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jolgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jolgaon
Where is Jolgaon located?
Jolgaon village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jolgaon?
The pincode of Jolgaon is 794115.
What is the population of Jolgaon?
Jolgaon had a total population of 201, including 107 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Jolgaon?
Jolgaon had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jolgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jolgaon was 61.73%. Male literacy was 61.18% and female literacy was 62.34%.