Jakhwar - Bhitarwar, Gwalior
Jakhwar is a village situated in the Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitarwar and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Belgarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakhwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhwar is 454212. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.3 hectares and falls under the 475220 pincode. Bhitarwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jakhwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhwar
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhwar village had a total population of 860 people, including 471 males and 389 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.08%, with male literacy at 86.79% and female literacy at 44.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325.
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 | 860 | 471 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 85 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 176 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 335 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 136 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhwar
Jakhwar 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 Jakhwar
Public transport in the Jakhwar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhitarwar to Jakhwar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Jakhwar is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jakhwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhwar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jakhwar
Where is Jakhwar located?
Jakhwar village is located in Bhitarwar Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakhwar is Belgarha.
What is the pincode of Jakhwar?
The pincode of Jakhwar is 475220.
What is the population of Jakhwar?
Jakhwar had a total population of 860, including 471 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Jakhwar?
Jakhwar had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhwar was 67.08%. Male literacy was 86.79% and female literacy was 44.51%.