Jhajhon - Aron, Guna
Jhajhon is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Jhajhon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhajhon is 499794. The village covers a total geographical area of 985 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jhajhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhajhon
As per Census 2011, Jhajhon village has a total population of 2,096 people, consisting of 1,091 males and 1,005 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,084 literate and 1,012 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhajhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,096 | 1,091 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 180 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 227 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 654 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 437 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Jhajhon
Jhajhon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhajhon
Jhajhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aron to Jhajhon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Jhajhon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhajhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhajhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhajhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhajhon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhajhon
Where is Jhajhon located?
Jhajhon village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhajhon?
Jhajhon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhajhon?
The pincode of Jhajhon is 473101.
What is the population of Jhajhon?
Jhajhon has a total population of 2,096, including 1,091 males and 1,005 females.
How many households are there in Jhajhon?
There are 502 households in Jhajhon.
What is the literacy rate in Jhajhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhajhon is 51.72%. Male literacy is 59.95% and female literacy is 42.79%.