Jaralood - Amlarem, West Jaintia Hills
Jaralood is a village situated in the Amlarem subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Amlarem and around 34 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaralood is 279322. The village falls under the 793161 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Amlarem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaralood
According to the 2011 Census, Jaralood village had a total population of 204 people, including 111 males and 93 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.55%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 85.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
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 | 204 | 111 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 111 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 55 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Jaralood
Jaralood 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 Jaralood
Jaralood is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Jaralood is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaralood
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaralood village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaralood
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaralood village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaralood
Where is Jaralood located?
Jaralood village is located in Amlarem Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jaralood?
The pincode of Jaralood is 793161.
What is the population of Jaralood?
Jaralood had a total population of 204, including 111 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Jaralood?
Jaralood had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaralood?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaralood was 77.55%. Male literacy was 70.89% and female literacy was 85.29%.