Jilan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Jilan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Jeelang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jilan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jilan is 502221. The village covers a total geographical area of 1580.66 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Jilan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jilan
According to the 2011 Census, Jilan village had a total population of 737 people, including 355 males and 382 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 86.69% and female literacy at 71.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 597.
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 | 737 | 355 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 47 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 292 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 267 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 88 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Jilan
Jilan 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 Jilan
Jilan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Amarkantak to Jilan is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Jilan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jilan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jilan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jilan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jilan 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 Jilan
Where is Jilan located?
Jilan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jilan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jilan is Jeelang.
What is the pincode of Jilan?
The pincode of Jilan is 484881.
What is the population of Jilan?
Jilan had a total population of 737, including 355 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Jilan?
Jilan had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jilan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jilan was 79.17%. Male literacy was 86.69% and female literacy was 71.84%.