Jalora - Lohawat, Phalodi
Jalora is a village situated in the Lohawat tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from Phalodi and around 131 km from Jodhpur. Jalora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalora is 084370. The village covers a total geographical area of 1176.05 hectares and falls under the 342301 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jalora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalora
As per Census 2011, Jalora village has a total population of 1,189 people, consisting of 618 males and 571 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,189 | 618 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 96 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 434 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 184 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Jalora
Jalora 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 Jalora
Public transport in the Jalora is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phalodi to Jalora is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Jalora is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalora 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 Jalora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jalora
Where is Jalora located?
Jalora village is located in Lohawat Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalora?
Jalora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalora?
The pincode of Jalora is 342301.
What is the population of Jalora?
Jalora has a total population of 1,189, including 618 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Jalora?
There are 205 households in Jalora.
What is the literacy rate in Jalora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalora is 56.77%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 42.21%.