Jharpai - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Jharpai is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Jharpai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharpai is 499418. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jharpai 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 Jharpai
As per Census 2011, Jharpai village has a total population of 1,128 people, consisting of 573 males and 555 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 548 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharpai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,128 | 573 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 104 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 138 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 548 | 270 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 347 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 226 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Jharpai
Jharpai 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 Jharpai
Jharpai 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 >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 Raghogarh to Jharpai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Jharpai 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 Jharpai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharpai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jharpai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharpai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jharpai
Where is Jharpai located?
Jharpai village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharpai?
Jharpai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharpai?
The pincode of Jharpai is 473287.
What is the population of Jharpai?
Jharpai has a total population of 1,128, including 573 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Jharpai?
There are 298 households in Jharpai.
What is the literacy rate in Jharpai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharpai is 47.61%. Male literacy is 60.56% and female literacy is 34.23%.