Jinwani (Kantaphod) - Satwas, Dewas
Jinwani (Kantaphod) is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Jinwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jinwani (Kantaphod) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jinwani (Kantaphod) is 473807. The village covers a total geographical area of 1459.35 hectares and falls under the 455440 pincode. Kantaphod is the nearest town.
Jinwani (Kantaphod) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jinwani (Kantaphod)
As per Census 2011, Jinwani (Kantaphod) village has a total population of 2,503 people, consisting of 1,273 males and 1,230 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,309 literate and 1,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,577 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jinwani (Kantaphod) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,503 | 1,273 | 1,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 205 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,577 | 791 | 786 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 793 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 480 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Jinwani (Kantaphod)
Jinwani (Kantaphod) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhayali | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Jansur | East | 2.48 km |
| Chorwan | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Hirapur | North | 3.76 km |
| Nimlay | West | 3.80 km |
| Godna | South | 4.73 km |
| Kanda | South | 5.22 km |
| Dongali | North-West | 6.43 km |
| Nayapura | East | 6.88 km |
| Takdi | South-West | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jinwani (Kantaphod)
Jinwani (Kantaphod) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurawan, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dewas to Jinwani (Kantaphod) is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jinwani (Kantaphod)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jinwani (Kantaphod) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jinwani (Kantaphod)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jinwani (Kantaphod) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jinwani (Kantaphod)
Where is Jinwani (Kantaphod) located?
Jinwani (Kantaphod) village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jinwani (Kantaphod)?
The Gram Panchayat of Jinwani (Kantaphod) is Jinwani.
What is the pincode of Jinwani (Kantaphod)?
The pincode of Jinwani (Kantaphod) is 455440.
What is the population of Jinwani (Kantaphod)?
Jinwani (Kantaphod) has a total population of 2,503, including 1,273 males and 1,230 females.
How many households are there in Jinwani (Kantaphod)?
There are 535 households in Jinwani (Kantaphod).
What is the literacy rate in Jinwani (Kantaphod)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinwani (Kantaphod) is 52.30%. Male literacy is 62.29% and female literacy is 41.95%.