Jonki - Basopatti, Madhubani
Jonki is a village situated in the Basopatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basopatti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Chhatauni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jonki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jonki is 219901. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.2 hectares and falls under the 847225 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jonki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jonki
As per Census 2011, Jonki village has a total population of 5,161 people, consisting of 2,726 males and 2,435 females. The village has 990 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 852 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,083 literate and 2,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jonki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,161 | 2,726 | 2,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 852 | 432 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 334 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,083 | 1,917 | 1,166 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,078 | 809 | 1,269 |
Nearby Villages of Jonki
Jonki is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Motnaza | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Jatulia | West | 1.66 km |
| Simrarhi | South | 1.87 km |
| Garha | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Chhitauni | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Rajauli | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Mahinathpur | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Majhaura | West | 3.29 km |
| Dhamia Patti | South | 3.48 km |
| Sirahi | South-West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jonki
Public transport in the Jonki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Jonki is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Jonki is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jonki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jonki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jonki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jonki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jonki
Where is Jonki located?
Jonki village is located in Basopatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jonki?
The Gram Panchayat of Jonki is Chhatauni.
What is the pincode of Jonki?
The pincode of Jonki is 847225.
What is the population of Jonki?
Jonki has a total population of 5,161, including 2,726 males and 2,435 females.
How many households are there in Jonki?
There are 990 households in Jonki.
What is the literacy rate in Jonki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jonki is 59.74%. Male literacy is 70.32% and female literacy is 47.89%.