Jharan - Gandhwani, Dhar
Jharan is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandhwani and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Khedi Balvari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharan is 475229. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.32 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jharan
As per Census 2011, Jharan village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 244 males and 254 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 497 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 244 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 244 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 159 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Jharan
Jharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rodada | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Virpur (balwari) | North | 2.17 km |
| Jirabad | South | 2.25 km |
| Dhanora | West | 2.67 km |
| Kamta | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Andiyab | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Borda | West | 4.08 km |
| Sironj | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Ghursal | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Rehtiya | North-East | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharan
Public transport in the Jharan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhar to Jharan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharan
Where is Jharan located?
Jharan village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharan is Khedi Balvari.
What is the pincode of Jharan?
The pincode of Jharan is 454446.
What is the population of Jharan?
Jharan has a total population of 498, including 244 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Jharan?
There are 85 households in Jharan.
What is the literacy rate in Jharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharan is 32.53%. Male literacy is 34.84% and female literacy is 30.31%.