Jolanda - Malarna Doongar, Sawai Madhopur
Jolanda is a village situated in the Malarna Doongar tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malarna Doongar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Jolanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jolanda is 077386. The village covers a total geographical area of 1309.84 hectares and falls under the 322024 pincode. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Jolanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawai madhopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jolanda
As per Census 2011, Jolanda village has a total population of 2,542 people, consisting of 1,318 males and 1,224 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,381 literate and 1,161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 731 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jolanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,542 | 1,318 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 196 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 731 | 374 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 1,381 | 918 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,161 | 400 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Jolanda
Jolanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhoonda | South | 2.99 km |
| Maheshra | West | 3.08 km |
| Dehlod | East | 3.37 km |
| Surang | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Barodiya | West | 4.22 km |
| Dubbi Bidarkha | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Khirni | North | 4.42 km |
| Deoli | East | 4.86 km |
| Bharoti | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Dobra Khurd | South-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jolanda
Jolanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mokholi, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 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 Sawai Madhopur to Jolanda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jolanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jolanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jolanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jolanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jolanda
Where is Jolanda located?
Jolanda village is located in Malarna Doongar Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jolanda?
Jolanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jolanda?
The pincode of Jolanda is 322024.
What is the population of Jolanda?
Jolanda has a total population of 2,542, including 1,318 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Jolanda?
There are 464 households in Jolanda.
What is the literacy rate in Jolanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jolanda is 54.33%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 37.83%.