Jhijhan - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Jhijhan is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Jhijhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhijhan is 457746. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000.41 hectares and falls under the 471201 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jhijhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhijhan
According to the 2011 Census, Jhijhan village had a total population of 3,783 people, including 2,003 males and 1,780 females, living in 670 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.41%, with male literacy at 71.97% and female literacy at 42.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 862.
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 | 3,783 | 2,003 | 1,780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 705 | 362 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 862 | 457 | 405 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 1,181 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,985 | 822 | 1,163 |
Nearby Villages of Jhijhan
Jhijhan 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 Jhijhan
Public transport in the Jhijhan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowgong to Jhijhan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Jhijhan is about 38 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 Jhijhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhijhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jhijhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhijhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jhijhan
Where is Jhijhan located?
Jhijhan village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhijhan?
Jhijhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhijhan?
The pincode of Jhijhan is 471201.
What is the population of Jhijhan?
Jhijhan had a total population of 3,783, including 2,003 males and 1,780 females.
How many households are there in Jhijhan?
Jhijhan had 670 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhijhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhijhan was 58.41%. Male literacy was 71.97% and female literacy was 42.94%.