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
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirna village had a total population of 831 people, including 420 males and 411 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.88%, with male literacy at 67.73% and female literacy at 37.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 777.
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 | 831 | 420 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 831, including 420 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Jhirna?
Jhirna had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirna was 52.88%. Male literacy was 67.73% and female literacy was 37.54%.