Jhiluwa - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Jhiluwa is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Sahraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhiluwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhiluwa is 361618. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.78 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Jhiluwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhiluwa
As per Census 2011, Jhiluwa village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 43 males and 39 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhiluwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 25 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Jhiluwa
Jhiluwa 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 Jhiluwa
Jhiluwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Jhiluwa is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhiluwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhiluwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhiluwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhiluwa 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 Jhiluwa
Where is Jhiluwa located?
Jhiluwa village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiluwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhiluwa is Sahraj.
What is the pincode of Jhiluwa?
The pincode of Jhiluwa is 828109.
What is the population of Jhiluwa?
Jhiluwa has a total population of 82, including 43 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Jhiluwa?
There are 20 households in Jhiluwa.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiluwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhiluwa is 31.71%. Male literacy is 41.86% and female literacy is 20.51%.