Jolpa - Khanpur, Jhalawar
Jolpa is a village situated in the Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Jolpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jolpa is 103779. The village covers a total geographical area of 1549.95 hectares and falls under the 326038 pincode. Sangod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jolpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jolpa
As per Census 2011, Jolpa village has a total population of 1,843 people, consisting of 949 males and 894 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,270 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 520 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jolpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,843 | 949 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 520 | 267 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 756 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 193 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Jolpa
Jolpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehandri | South | 2.83 km |
| Khoont Kheri | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Chatarpura | North | 3.80 km |
| Dobara | North | 3.89 km |
| Suwalya | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Alanpur | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Sahipur | West | 4.18 km |
| Khunja | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Heengi | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Bohra | South-East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jolpa
Jolpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipalda Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sangod to Jolpa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Jolpa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jolpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jolpa 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 Jolpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jolpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jolpa
Where is Jolpa located?
Jolpa village is located in Khanpur Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jolpa?
Jolpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jolpa?
The pincode of Jolpa is 326038.
What is the population of Jolpa?
Jolpa has a total population of 1,843, including 949 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Jolpa?
There are 339 households in Jolpa.
What is the literacy rate in Jolpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jolpa is 68.91%. Male literacy is 79.66% and female literacy is 57.49%.