Jhawalia - Petlawad, Jhabua
Jhawalia is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Jhawalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhawalia is 504359. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.81 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jhawalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhawalia
As per Census 2011, Jhawalia village has a total population of 1,841 people, consisting of 922 males and 919 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 1,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,831 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhawalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 922 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 206 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,831 | 920 | 911 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 286 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 636 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Jhawalia
Jhawalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charanpura | North | 1.55 km |
| Kudwas | East | 2.29 km |
| Bedada | West | 2.85 km |
| Dhanpura | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Padalghati | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Parewa | South | 3.90 km |
| Soila | East | 4.68 km |
| Ralyawan | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Moibageli | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Mohankot | South-East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhawalia
Jhawalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bajrangarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhawalia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Jhawalia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhawalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhawalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhawalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhawalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhawalia
Where is Jhawalia located?
Jhawalia village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhawalia?
Jhawalia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhawalia?
The pincode of Jhawalia is 457775.
What is the population of Jhawalia?
Jhawalia has a total population of 1,841, including 922 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Jhawalia?
There are 367 households in Jhawalia.
What is the literacy rate in Jhawalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhawalia is 25.37%. Male literacy is 31.02% and female literacy is 19.70%.