Jalgaon - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Jalgaon is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalgaon is 041307. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jalgaon village had a total population of 111 people, including 43 males and 68 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,581 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.08%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 65.00%.
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 | 111 | 43 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 8 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Jalgaon
Jalgaon 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 Jalgaon
Jalgaon 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Jalgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jalgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalgaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalgaon
Where is Jalgaon located?
Jalgaon village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalgaon is Dewal.
What is the pincode of Jalgaon?
The pincode of Jalgaon is 246429.
What is the population of Jalgaon?
Jalgaon had a total population of 111, including 43 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Jalgaon?
Jalgaon had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalgaon was 77.08%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 65.00%.