Joga - Mansa
Joga is a village situated in the Mansa tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Mansa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bhullar Kothe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joga is 036144. The village covers a total geographical area of 3559 hectares and falls under the 151510 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town.
Joga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joga
As per Census 2011, Joga village has a total population of 10,180 people, consisting of 5,393 males and 4,787 females. The village has 2,028 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,010 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,678 literate and 4,502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,180 | 5,393 | 4,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,010 | 573 | 437 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,699 | 1,400 | 1,299 |
| Literate Population | 5,678 | 3,209 | 2,469 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,502 | 2,184 | 2,318 |
Nearby Villages of Joga
Joga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makha Chahlan | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Anup Garh | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Bhaini Fatta | North-East | 5.20 km |
| Ralla | South | 5.46 km |
| Aklia | West | 5.52 km |
| Pakho | North | 6.07 km |
| Alisher Khurd | South-East | 6.38 km |
| Burj Jhabran | South-West | 6.52 km |
| Maujo Kalan | South-East | 7.33 km |
| Kot Duna | East | 7.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Joga
Joga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tapa, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Joga is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joga
Where is Joga located?
Joga village is located in Mansa Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joga?
The Gram Panchayat of Joga is Bhullar Kothe.
What is the pincode of Joga?
The pincode of Joga is 151510.
What is the population of Joga?
Joga has a total population of 10,180, including 5,393 males and 4,787 females.
How many households are there in Joga?
There are 2,028 households in Joga.
What is the literacy rate in Joga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joga is 55.78%. Male literacy is 59.50% and female literacy is 51.58%.