Jhirna - Rehatgaon, Harda
Jhirna is a village situated in the Rehatgaon tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehatgaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Kachnar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirna is 487062. The village covers a total geographical area of 1267 hectares and falls under the 461228 pincode. Timarni is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jhirna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhirna
As per Census 2011, Jhirna village has a total population of 831 people, consisting of 420 males and 411 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 777 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhirna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 831 | 420 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 777 | 396 | 381 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 233 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 187 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirna
Jhirna 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 Jhirna
Jhirna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jhirna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Timarni to Jhirna is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Harda to Jhirna is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhirna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhirna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhirna
Where is Jhirna located?
Jhirna village is located in Rehatgaon Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirna is Kachnar.
What is the pincode of Jhirna?
The pincode of Jhirna is 461228.
What is the population of Jhirna?
Jhirna has a total population of 831, including 420 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Jhirna?
There are 137 households in Jhirna.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirna is 43.08%. Male literacy is 55.48% and female literacy is 30.41%.