Jalam - Joshimath, Chamoli
Jalam is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jelam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalam is 040897. The village covers a total geographical area of 6174.68 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalam
As per Census 2011, Jalam village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 120 males and 104 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 119 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 101 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 19 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Jalam
Jalam 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 Jalam
Jalam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Joshimath to Jalam is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jalam is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalam
Where is Jalam located?
Jalam village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalam is Jelam.
What is the pincode of Jalam?
The pincode of Jalam is 246443.
What is the population of Jalam?
Jalam has a total population of 224, including 120 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Jalam?
There are 81 households in Jalam.
What is the literacy rate in Jalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalam is 71.88%. Male literacy is 84.17% and female literacy is 57.69%.