Jokala - Kalsi, Dehradun
Jokala is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Bousaan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jokala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jokala is 044938. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.54 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jokala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jokala
According to the 2011 Census, Jokala village had a total population of 155 people, including 91 males and 64 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 703 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 63.75% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 155 | 91 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 51 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 40 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Jokala
Jokala 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 Jokala
Jokala 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 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 Vikasnagar to Jokala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Jokala is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jokala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jokala 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 Jokala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jokala 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 Jokala
Where is Jokala located?
Jokala village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jokala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jokala is Bousaan.
What is the pincode of Jokala?
The pincode of Jokala is 248001.
What is the population of Jokala?
Jokala had a total population of 155, including 91 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Jokala?
Jokala had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jokala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jokala was 58.33%. Male literacy was 63.75% and female literacy was 50.00%.