Kunwar Jhorki - Ghumka, Rajnandgaon
Kunwar Jhorki is a village situated in the Ghumka tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Rajnandgaon and around 30 km from Rajnandgaon. Kalewa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunwar Jhorki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunwar Jhorki is 440722. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.65 hectares and falls under the 491444 pincode. Khairagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kunwar Jhorki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunwar Jhorki
As per Census 2011, Kunwar Jhorki village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 230 males and 236 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunwar Jhorki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 230 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 148 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 82 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kunwar Jhorki
Kunwar Jhorki 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 Kunwar Jhorki
Kunwar Jhorki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khairagarh to Kunwar Jhorki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kunwar Jhorki is about 30 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 Kunwar Jhorki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunwar Jhorki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunwar Jhorki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunwar Jhorki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kunwar Jhorki
Where is Kunwar Jhorki located?
Kunwar Jhorki village is located in Ghumka Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunwar Jhorki?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunwar Jhorki is Kalewa.
What is the pincode of Kunwar Jhorki?
The pincode of Kunwar Jhorki is 491444.
What is the population of Kunwar Jhorki?
Kunwar Jhorki has a total population of 466, including 230 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Kunwar Jhorki?
There are 87 households in Kunwar Jhorki.
What is the literacy rate in Kunwar Jhorki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunwar Jhorki is 58.58%. Male literacy is 64.35% and female literacy is 52.97%.