Jhitiya - Aron, Guna
Jhitiya is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Jhitiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhitiya is 499735. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhitiya 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 Jhitiya
According to the 2011 Census, Jhitiya village had a total population of 1,127 people, including 600 males and 527 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.23%, with male literacy at 57.47% and female literacy at 30.81%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,127 | 600 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 118 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 277 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 323 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Jhitiya
Jhitiya 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 Jhitiya
Jhitiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhitiya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Jhitiya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhitiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhitiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhitiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhitiya 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 Jhitiya
Where is Jhitiya located?
Jhitiya village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhitiya?
Jhitiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhitiya?
The pincode of Jhitiya is 473101.
What is the population of Jhitiya?
Jhitiya had a total population of 1,127, including 600 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Jhitiya?
Jhitiya had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhitiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhitiya was 45.23%. Male literacy was 57.47% and female literacy was 30.81%.