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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Jola village had a total population of 514 people, including 237 males and 277 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.80%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 68.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 237 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 514, including 237 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Jola?
Jola had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jola was 77.80%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 68.95%.