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.

Here you can discover what makes Jhalwara unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Jhalwara’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Jhalwara has a total population of about 829, with approximately 418 males and 411 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 268. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.35%, with male literacy at about 67.46% and female literacy near 51.09%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhalwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.