Jamola - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Jamola is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Narendra Nagar and around 130 km from New Tehri. Jamola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamola is 044506. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.97 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jamola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamola
As per Census 2011, Jamola village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 168 males and 183 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 161 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 168 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 108 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 60 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Jamola
Jamola 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 Jamola
Jamola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rishikesh to Jamola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jamola is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamola 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jamola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamola 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 Jamola
Where is Jamola located?
Jamola village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamola?
Jamola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamola?
The pincode of Jamola is 249192.
What is the population of Jamola?
Jamola has a total population of 351, including 168 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Jamola?
There are 76 households in Jamola.
What is the literacy rate in Jamola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamola is 54.13%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 44.81%.