Jhinjhota - Sardarpur, Dhar
Jhinjhota is a village situated in the Sardarpur tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Nipawli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinjhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinjhota is 474554. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.8 hectares and falls under the 454660 pincode. Sardarpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jhinjhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhinjhota
As per Census 2011, Jhinjhota village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 342 males and 312 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhinjhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 342 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 259 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 83 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Jhinjhota
Jhinjhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anandkhedi | South | 0.90 km |
| Umrela | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Nipawali | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Ramkheda | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Sajod | South | 2.76 km |
| Nandlai | East | 3.71 km |
| Rajod | West | 3.78 km |
| Dholgarh | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Kiloli | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Dharsi Kheda | North | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhinjhota
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jhinjhota. The nearest railway station is Raoti, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| 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 Sardarpur to Jhinjhota is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Jhinjhota is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinjhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinjhota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhinjhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinjhota 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 Jhinjhota
Where is Jhinjhota located?
Jhinjhota village is located in Sardarpur Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinjhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinjhota is Nipawli.
What is the pincode of Jhinjhota?
The pincode of Jhinjhota is 454660.
What is the population of Jhinjhota?
Jhinjhota has a total population of 654, including 342 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Jhinjhota?
There are 125 households in Jhinjhota.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinjhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhinjhota is 59.02%. Male literacy is 75.73% and female literacy is 40.71%.