Jodai - Rajpur, Barwani
Jodai is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Jodai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodai is 478325. The village covers a total geographical area of 824.94 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jodai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jodai
As per Census 2011, Jodai village has a total population of 2,229 people, consisting of 1,121 males and 1,108 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 478 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 1,649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,087 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jodai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,229 | 1,121 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 249 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 59 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,087 | 1,056 | 1,031 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 331 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,649 | 790 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Jodai
Jodai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matli | West | 3.79 km |
| Upla | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Chautariya | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Sawarda | West | 4.12 km |
| Jhopali | South-East | 5.37 km |
| Dondwada | South-West | 5.57 km |
| Danodroud | North-East | 5.88 km |
| Bilwani | North | 6.79 km |
| Pisnawal | South | 7.26 km |
| Mandwadi | East | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jodai
Jodai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jodai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Jodai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodai 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 Jodai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jodai
Where is Jodai located?
Jodai village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodai?
Jodai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jodai?
The pincode of Jodai is 451447.
What is the population of Jodai?
Jodai has a total population of 2,229, including 1,121 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Jodai?
There are 334 households in Jodai.
What is the literacy rate in Jodai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodai is 26.02%. Male literacy is 29.53% and female literacy is 22.47%.