Jaitpuri - Baihar, Balaghat
Jaitpuri is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Jaitpuri (f) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaitpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaitpuri is 498270. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.1 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jaitpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaitpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Jaitpuri village had a total population of 846 people, including 433 males and 413 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.76%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 49.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 697.
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 | 846 | 433 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 697 | 361 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 308 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 125 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Jaitpuri
Jaitpuri 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 Jaitpuri
Jaitpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Baihar to Jaitpuri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Jaitpuri is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaitpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaitpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaitpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaitpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaitpuri
Where is Jaitpuri located?
Jaitpuri village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaitpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaitpuri is Jaitpuri (f).
What is the pincode of Jaitpuri?
The pincode of Jaitpuri is 481117.
What is the population of Jaitpuri?
Jaitpuri had a total population of 846, including 433 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Jaitpuri?
Jaitpuri had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaitpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaitpuri was 65.76%. Male literacy was 81.91% and female literacy was 49.04%.