Jionala - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Jionala is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Jaunewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jionala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jionala is 033395. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 141126 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Jionala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jionala
According to the 2011 Census, Jionala village had a total population of 848 people, including 430 males and 418 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 66.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 487.
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 | 848 | 430 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 244 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 292 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 138 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Jionala
Jionala 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 Jionala
Jionala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ludhiana to Jionala is about 30 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 Jionala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jionala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jionala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jionala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jionala
Where is Jionala located?
Jionala village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jionala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jionala is Jaunewal.
What is the pincode of Jionala?
The pincode of Jionala is 141126.
What is the population of Jionala?
Jionala had a total population of 848, including 430 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Jionala?
Jionala had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jionala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jionala was 71.07%. Male literacy was 75.65% and female literacy was 66.31%.