Johal - Jalandhar - I, Jalandhar
Johal is a village situated in the Jalandhar - I tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - I and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Johal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Johal is 030337. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 144101 pincode. Jalandhar is the nearest town.
Johal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar central Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Johal
As per Census 2011, Johal village has a total population of 1,573 people, consisting of 800 males and 773 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,245 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 892 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Johal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 800 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 892 | 459 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 1,245 | 662 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 138 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Johal
Johal 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 Johal
Johal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Johal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Johal is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Johal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Johal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Johal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Johal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Johal
Where is Johal located?
Johal village is located in Jalandhar - I Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Johal?
Johal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Johal?
The pincode of Johal is 144101.
What is the population of Johal?
Johal has a total population of 1,573, including 800 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Johal?
There are 346 households in Johal.
What is the literacy rate in Johal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Johal is 79.15%. Male literacy is 82.75% and female literacy is 75.42%.