Jalokhiya
Jalokhiya is a village located in Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from district headquarter Gandhwani. Gandhwani is the sub-district headquarter of Jalokhiya village. As per 2009 stats, Jalokhya is the gram panchayat of Jalokhiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Jalokhiya unique in its vibrant Gandhwani-Dhar region. You’ll see Jalokhiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jalokhiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalokhiya is 475212. The village spans a total geographical area of 516.46 hectares. Dhar is nearest town to Jalokhiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Jalokhiya
Population of Jalokhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Jalokhiya has a total population of about 442, with approximately 221 males and 221 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 438. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.00%, with male literacy at about 36.20% and female literacy near 25.79%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalokhiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 221 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 219 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 80 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 141 | 164 |
Connectivity of Jalokhiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalokhiya. As per the 2011 stats, Jalokhiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalokhiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalokhiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalokhiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalokhiya
- Where is Jalokhiya located?
- Jalokhiya village is situated in Gandhwani Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalokhiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalokhiya is Jalokhya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jalokhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalokhiya is 442, with 221 males and 221 females.
- How many households are there in Jalokhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalokhiya village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalokhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalokhiya is 31.00%. The male literacy rate is 36.20%, while the female literacy rate is 25.79%.