Hamirgarh - Petlawad, Jhabua
Hamirgarh is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Hameer Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hamirgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hamirgarh is 504387. The village covers a total geographical area of 932.44 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Hamirgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hamirgarh
As per Census 2011, Hamirgarh village has a total population of 1,553 people, consisting of 768 males and 785 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hamirgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,553 | 768 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 158 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,152 | 564 | 588 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 412 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 356 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Hamirgarh
Hamirgarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Machyaghati | West | 1.64 km |
| Kuwarjhar | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Salarpada | South | 2.13 km |
| Salunia Chhota | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Dhanyarundi | West | 2.65 km |
| Hiraninamapada | West | 2.83 km |
| Tandalala Nayak | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Panchpipla | East | 3.10 km |
| Deoli | South | 3.53 km |
| Shergarh | North | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hamirgarh
Hamirgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Petlawad to Hamirgarh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Hamirgarh is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hamirgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hamirgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hamirgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hamirgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hamirgarh
Where is Hamirgarh located?
Hamirgarh village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hamirgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Hamirgarh is Hameer Garh.
What is the pincode of Hamirgarh?
The pincode of Hamirgarh is 457775.
What is the population of Hamirgarh?
Hamirgarh has a total population of 1,553, including 768 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Hamirgarh?
There are 310 households in Hamirgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Hamirgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hamirgarh is 40.44%. Male literacy is 53.65% and female literacy is 27.52%.