Jalam

Jalam is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Jelam is the gram panchayat of Jalam village.

Jalam has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jalam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalam is 040897. The village spans a total geographical area of 6174.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246423. Joshimath is nearest town to Jalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Jalam

Below is a concise population overview of Jalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 224 120 104
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 12 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 223 119 104
Literate Population 161 101 60
Illiterate Population 63 19 44

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jalam village:

  • The total population of Jalam village is around 224, including approximately 120 males and 104 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Jalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jalam village has 223 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jalam village is about 71.88%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 57.69%.
  • There are around 81 households in Jalam village.

Connectivity of Jalam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalam. As per the 2011 stats, Jalam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jalam

Knowing the nearby villages of Jalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalam.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jalam

Where is Jalam located?
Jalam village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalam is Jelam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jalam?
The pincode of Jalam is 246423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalam is 224, with 120 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Jalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jalam village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalam is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 84.17%, while the female literacy rate is 57.69%.