Jola - Dewal, Chamoli
Jola is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Tharali and around 102 km from Gopeshwar. Joula Budjola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jola is 041734. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.13 hectares and falls under the 246482 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Jola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jola
As per Census 2011, Jola village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 237 males and 277 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,168 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 347 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 237 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 61 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Jola
Jola 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 Jola
Jola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Jola is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jola is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jola
Where is Jola located?
Jola village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jola is Joula Budjola.
What is the pincode of Jola?
The pincode of Jola is 246482.
What is the population of Jola?
Jola has a total population of 514, including 237 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Jola?
There are 130 households in Jola.
What is the literacy rate in Jola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jola is 67.51%. Male literacy is 74.26% and female literacy is 61.73%.