Jalgaon
Jalgaon is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Jalgone is the gram panchayat of Jalgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Jalgaon unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Barwani region. You’ll see Jalgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalgaon is 478338. The village spans a total geographical area of 827.36 hectares. Rajpur is nearest town to Jalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jalgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jalgaon
Population of Jalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jalgaon has a total population of about 2,610, with approximately 1,286 males and 1,324 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 544 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,832. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.51%, with male literacy at about 42.85% and female literacy near 32.33%. There are around 533 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,610 | 1,286 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 261 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,832 | 896 | 936 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 551 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,631 | 735 | 896 |
Connectivity of Jalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Jalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Jalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalgaon
- Where is Jalgaon located?
- Jalgaon village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalgaon is Jalgone (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalgaon is 2,610, with 1,286 males and 1,324 females.
- How many households are there in Jalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalgaon village has a total of 533 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalgaon is 37.51%. The male literacy rate is 42.85%, while the female literacy rate is 32.33%.