Jharakheda - Paraswada, Balaghat
Jharakheda is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Shejana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharakheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharakheda is 498359. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.9 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Jharakheda 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 Jharakheda
According to the 2011 Census, Jharakheda village had a total population of 290 people, including 140 males and 150 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.39%, with male literacy at 76.07% and female literacy at 57.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 290 | 140 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 88 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 51 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Jharakheda
Jharakheda 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 Jharakheda
Jharakheda 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 5-10 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 Jharakheda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharakheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharakheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharakheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharakheda 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 Jharakheda
Where is Jharakheda located?
Jharakheda village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jharakheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharakheda is Shejana.
What is the pincode of Jharakheda?
The pincode of Jharakheda is 481111.
What is the population of Jharakheda?
Jharakheda had a total population of 290, including 140 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Jharakheda?
Jharakheda had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jharakheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharakheda was 66.39%. Male literacy was 76.07% and female literacy was 57.48%.