Jhalwara
Jhalwara is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhalwara village. As per 2009 stats, Jhalwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhalwara has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jhalwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhalwara is 488177. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.98 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Jhalwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhalwara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jhalwara
Below is a concise population overview of Jhalwara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 829 | 418 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 131 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 282 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 136 | 201 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhalwara village:
- The total population of Jhalwara village is around 829, including approximately 418 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Jhalwara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhalwara village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 268 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhalwara village is about 59.35%, with male literacy at 67.46% and female literacy at 51.09%.
- There are around 155 households in Jhalwara village.
Connectivity of Jhalwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhalwara. As per the 2011 stats, Jhalwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jhalwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhalwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhalwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhalwara
- Where is Jhalwara located?
- Jhalwara village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhalwara?
- Jhalwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jhalwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhalwara is 829, with 418 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Jhalwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhalwara village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhalwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhalwara is 59.35%. The male literacy rate is 67.46%, while the female literacy rate is 51.09%.