Jhalon
Jhalon is a village located in Babai tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Babai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Jhalon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhalon unique in its vibrant Babai-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Jhalon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhalon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhalon is 487612. The village spans a total geographical area of 452.62 hectares. Hoshangabad is nearest town to Jhalon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Jhalon
Population of Jhalon
According to the 2011 Census, Jhalon has a total population of about 1,735, with approximately 912 males and 823 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 173. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.10%, with male literacy at about 68.75% and female literacy near 46.29%. There are around 375 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhalon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 912 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 627 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 285 | 442 |
Connectivity of Jhalon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhalon. As per the 2011 stats, Jhalon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhalon
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhalon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhalon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhalon
- Where is Jhalon located?
- Jhalon village is situated in Babai Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhalon?
- Jhalon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jhalon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhalon is 1,735, with 912 males and 823 females.
- How many households are there in Jhalon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhalon village has a total of 375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhalon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhalon is 58.10%. The male literacy rate is 68.75%, while the female literacy rate is 46.29%.