Jalila - Sheo, Barmer
Jalila is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Kotra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalila is 086802. The village covers a total geographical area of 1427 hectares and falls under the 344701 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Jalila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalila
According to the 2011 Census, Jalila village had a total population of 697 people, including 412 males and 285 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 692 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.51%, with male literacy at 78.43% and female literacy at 26.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 697 | 412 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 106 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 240 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 172 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Jalila
Jalila 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 Jalila
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jalila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barmer to Jalila is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalila
Where is Jalila located?
Jalila village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalila?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalila is Kotra.
What is the pincode of Jalila?
The pincode of Jalila is 344701.
What is the population of Jalila?
Jalila had a total population of 697, including 412 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Jalila?
Jalila had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalila was 55.51%. Male literacy was 78.43% and female literacy was 26.05%.