Jalgaon - Rajpur, Barwani
Jalgaon is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Jalgone serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalgaon is 478338. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.36 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalgaon
As per Census 2011, Jalgaon village has a total population of 2,610 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,324 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 544 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 1,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,832 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Jalgaon
Jalgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Moyada | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Chhotikhargaon | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Pipri Buzurg | North | 2.73 km |
| Morgun | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Atarsanbha | West | 3.81 km |
| Kusmari | East | 3.91 km |
| Rojhani | South | 3.96 km |
| Salkheda | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Khadkal | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Waswi | South-East | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jalgaon. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Jalgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Jalgaon is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jalgaon
Where is Jalgaon located?
Jalgaon village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalgaon is Jalgone.
What is the pincode of Jalgaon?
The pincode of Jalgaon is 451447.
What is the population of Jalgaon?
Jalgaon has a total population of 2,610, including 1,286 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Jalgaon?
There are 533 households in Jalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalgaon is 37.51%. Male literacy is 42.85% and female literacy is 32.33%.