Jheet - Patan, Durg
Jheet is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Jhit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jheet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jheet is 442668. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.39 hectares and falls under the 491111 pincode. Raipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jheet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jheet
As per Census 2011, Jheet village has a total population of 3,750 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,813 females. The village has 778 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,450 literate and 1,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jheet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,750 | 1,937 | 1,813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 276 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 95 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 200 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 2,450 | 1,419 | 1,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 518 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Jheet
Jheet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ruhi | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Ufra | East | 2.31 km |
| Kapsi | North | 2.48 km |
| Mahuda | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Jamgaon | West | 3.11 km |
| Khudmudi | South | 3.21 km |
| Motipur | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Saoni | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Kopedih | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Amapendri | South-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jheet
Jheet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilai Cabin, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Raipur to Jheet is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Jheet is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jheet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jheet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jheet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jheet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jheet
Where is Jheet located?
Jheet village is located in Patan Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jheet?
The Gram Panchayat of Jheet is Jhit.
What is the pincode of Jheet?
The pincode of Jheet is 491111.
What is the population of Jheet?
Jheet has a total population of 3,750, including 1,937 males and 1,813 females.
How many households are there in Jheet?
There are 778 households in Jheet.
What is the literacy rate in Jheet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jheet is 65.33%. Male literacy is 73.26% and female literacy is 56.87%.