Jhangul Basti - Paraswada, Balaghat
Jhangul Basti is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Zangul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhangul Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhangul Basti is 498367. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.06 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Jhangul Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhangul Basti
As per Census 2011, Jhangul Basti village has a total population of 1,159 people, consisting of 560 males and 599 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 743 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhangul Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,159 | 560 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 83 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 126 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 405 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 155 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Jhangul Basti
Jhangul Basti 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 Jhangul Basti
Jhangul Basti 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 >10 km |
| 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 Balaghat to Jhangul Basti 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 Jhangul Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhangul Basti 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhangul Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhangul Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jhangul Basti
Where is Jhangul Basti located?
Jhangul Basti village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhangul Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhangul Basti is Zangul.
What is the pincode of Jhangul Basti?
The pincode of Jhangul Basti is 481111.
What is the population of Jhangul Basti?
Jhangul Basti has a total population of 1,159, including 560 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Jhangul Basti?
There are 305 households in Jhangul Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Jhangul Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhangul Basti is 64.11%. Male literacy is 72.32% and female literacy is 56.43%.