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
As per Census 2011, Jakhwar village has a total population of 860 people, consisting of 471 males and 389 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakhwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 471 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 85 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 176 | 149 |
| 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 has a total population of 860, including 471 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Jakhwar?
There are 175 households in Jakhwar.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhwar is 56.40%. Male literacy is 71.13% and female literacy is 38.56%.