Johal - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Johal is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Johal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Johal is 030193. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 144418 pincode. Goraya 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 Phillaur 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 1,187 people, consisting of 632 males and 555 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 841 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Johal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 632 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 754 | 403 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 486 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 146 | 200 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Johal. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Johal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Johal is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Johal
Where is Johal located?
Johal village is located in Phillaur 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 144418.
What is the population of Johal?
Johal has a total population of 1,187, including 632 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Johal?
There are 228 households in Johal.
What is the literacy rate in Johal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Johal is 70.85%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 63.96%.