Jalkhan
Jalkhan is a village located in Manawar tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Manawar (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Jalkhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jalkhan unique in its vibrant Manawar-Dhar region. You’ll see Jalkhan’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 Jalkhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalkhan is 475610. The village spans a total geographical area of 886.76 hectares. Manawar is nearest town to Jalkhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Jalkhan
Population of Jalkhan
According to the 2011 Census, Jalkhan has a total population of about 2,118, with approximately 1,050 males and 1,068 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 376 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,060. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.14%, with male literacy at about 47.62% and female literacy near 30.81%. There are around 364 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalkhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,118 | 1,050 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 195 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,060 | 1,018 | 1,042 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 500 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 550 | 739 |
Connectivity of Jalkhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Jalkhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalkhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalkhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalkhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalkhan
- Where is Jalkhan located?
- Jalkhan village is situated in Manawar Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalkhan?
- Jalkhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jalkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalkhan is 2,118, with 1,050 males and 1,068 females.
- How many households are there in Jalkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalkhan village has a total of 364 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalkhan is 39.14%. The male literacy rate is 47.62%, while the female literacy rate is 30.81%.