Jodha - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Jodha is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Jodha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodha is 037832. The village covers a total geographical area of 707 hectares and falls under the 143204 pincode. Rayya is the nearest town.
Jodha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baba bakala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jodha
As per Census 2011, Jodha village has a total population of 3,188 people, consisting of 1,688 males and 1,500 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,197 literate and 991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,084 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jodha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,188 | 1,688 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 216 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,084 | 589 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 2,197 | 1,219 | 978 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 469 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Jodha
Jodha 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 Jodha
Jodha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jodha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Jodha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jodha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jodha
Where is Jodha located?
Jodha village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodha?
Jodha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jodha?
The pincode of Jodha is 143204.
What is the population of Jodha?
Jodha has a total population of 3,188, including 1,688 males and 1,500 females.
How many households are there in Jodha?
There are 600 households in Jodha.
What is the literacy rate in Jodha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodha is 68.91%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 65.20%.