Jalama
Jalama is a village located in Gauriganj tehsil of Sultanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Gauriganj (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Sultanpur. As per 2009 stats, Jalama village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jalama unique in its vibrant Gauriganj-Sultanpur region. You’ll see Jalama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jalama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalama is 169145. The village spans a total geographical area of 340.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 227411. Munshiganj is nearest town to Jalama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Jalama
Population of Jalama
According to the 2011 Census, Jalama has a total population of about 2,245, with approximately 1,113 males and 1,132 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 655 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.89%, with male literacy at about 70.80% and female literacy near 51.15%. There are around 398 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,245 | 1,113 | 1,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 323 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 788 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 325 | 553 |
Connectivity of Jalama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalama. As per the 2011 stats, Jalama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalama
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalama
- Where is Jalama located?
- Jalama village is situated in Gauriganj Tehsil, within the Sultanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalama?
- Jalama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jalama?
- The pincode of Jalama is 227411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalama is 2,245, with 1,113 males and 1,132 females.
- How many households are there in Jalama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalama village has a total of 398 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalama is 60.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.80%, while the female literacy rate is 51.15%.