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
As per Census 2011, Jionala village has a total population of 848 people, consisting of 430 males and 418 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jionala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 430 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 244 | 243 |
| 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 has a total population of 848, including 430 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Jionala?
There are 153 households in Jionala.
What is the literacy rate in Jionala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jionala is 63.44%. Male literacy is 67.91% and female literacy is 58.85%.