Jhirniya - Berasia, Bhopal
Jhirniya is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Jhirniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirniya is 482106. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.47 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhirniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhirniya
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirniya village had a total population of 962 people, including 498 males and 464 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.30%, with male literacy at 73.26% and female literacy at 43.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 386.
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 | 962 | 498 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 68 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 199 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 315 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 183 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirniya
Jhirniya 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 Jhirniya
Jhirniya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Jhirniya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Jhirniya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhirniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirniya 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 Jhirniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirniya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhirniya
Where is Jhirniya located?
Jhirniya village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhirniya?
Jhirniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhirniya?
The pincode of Jhirniya is 462120.
What is the population of Jhirniya?
Jhirniya had a total population of 962, including 498 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Jhirniya?
Jhirniya had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirniya was 59.30%. Male literacy was 73.26% and female literacy was 43.13%.