Jhosarpada - Petlawad, Jhabua
Jhosarpada is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Dholikhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhosarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhosarpada is 504436. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.43 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Jhosarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhosarpada
As per Census 2011, Jhosarpada village has a total population of 252 people, consisting of 128 males and 124 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhosarpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 81 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Jhosarpada
Jhosarpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borghata | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Khindakho | West | 1.63 km |
| Sukhneda | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Dhaturia | North | 2.68 km |
| Boriya | West | 2.82 km |
| Goriya Pipal | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Dholi Khali | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Patel Naka | West | 3.76 km |
| Jhaknawada | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Rupa Kheda | West | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhosarpada
Jhosarpada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Jhosarpada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Jhosarpada 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 Jhosarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhosarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhosarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhosarpada 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 Jhosarpada
Where is Jhosarpada located?
Jhosarpada village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhosarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhosarpada is Dholikhali.
What is the pincode of Jhosarpada?
The pincode of Jhosarpada is 457775.
What is the population of Jhosarpada?
Jhosarpada has a total population of 252, including 128 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Jhosarpada?
There are 52 households in Jhosarpada.
What is the literacy rate in Jhosarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhosarpada is 53.57%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 43.55%.