Jodhitola - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Jodhitola is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Pipalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jodhitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodhitola is 497954. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.84 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Gondia is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Jodhitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jodhitola
As per Census 2011, Jodhitola village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 201 males and 210 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jodhitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 201 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 159 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 42 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Jodhitola
Jodhitola 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 Jodhitola
Jodhitola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jodhitola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondia to Jodhitola is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Jodhitola is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodhitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodhitola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jodhitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodhitola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jodhitola
Where is Jodhitola located?
Jodhitola village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodhitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jodhitola is Pipalgaon.
What is the pincode of Jodhitola?
The pincode of Jodhitola is 481115.
What is the population of Jodhitola?
Jodhitola has a total population of 411, including 201 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Jodhitola?
There are 86 households in Jodhitola.
What is the literacy rate in Jodhitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodhitola is 69.59%. Male literacy is 79.10% and female literacy is 60.48%.