Jhonka - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Jhonka is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Lormi and around 70 km from Bilaspur. Bijrakapa Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhonka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhonka is 437808. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.92 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jhonka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhonka
According to the 2011 Census, Jhonka village had a total population of 579 people, including 299 males and 280 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.56%, with male literacy at 85.89% and female literacy at 51.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 519.
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 | 579 | 299 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 267 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 213 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 86 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Jhonka
Jhonka 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 Jhonka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jhonka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Jhonka is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Jhonka is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhonka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhonka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhonka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhonka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhonka
Where is Jhonka located?
Jhonka village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhonka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhonka is Bijrakapa Khurd.
What is the pincode of Jhonka?
The pincode of Jhonka is 495115.
What is the population of Jhonka?
Jhonka had a total population of 579, including 299 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Jhonka?
Jhonka had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhonka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhonka was 69.56%. Male literacy was 85.89% and female literacy was 51.56%.