Jhiri - Kumbhraj, Guna
Jhiri is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Jhiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhiri is 499554. The village covers a total geographical area of 430 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhiri
As per Census 2011, Jhiri village has a total population of 1,277 people, consisting of 621 males and 656 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,277 | 621 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 101 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 276 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 345 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Jhiri
Jhiri 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 Jhiri
Jhiri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kumbhraj to Jhiri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Jhiri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhiri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhiri
Where is Jhiri located?
Jhiri village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiri?
Jhiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhiri?
The pincode of Jhiri is 473222.
What is the population of Jhiri?
Jhiri has a total population of 1,277, including 621 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Jhiri?
There are 241 households in Jhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhiri is 34.77%. Male literacy is 44.44% and female literacy is 25.61%.