Jhijhari - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Jhijhari is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Jhinjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhijhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhijhari is 505661. The village falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jhijhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhijhari
As per Census 2011, Jhijhari village has a total population of 939 people, consisting of 501 males and 438 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 912 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhijhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 501 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 100 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 912 | 484 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 280 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 221 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Jhijhari
Jhijhari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhijhari
Jhijhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Jhijhari is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Jhijhari is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhijhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhijhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhijhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhijhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhijhari
Where is Jhijhari located?
Jhijhari village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhijhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhijhari is Jhinjhari.
What is the pincode of Jhijhari?
The pincode of Jhijhari is 450001.
What is the population of Jhijhari?
Jhijhari has a total population of 939, including 501 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Jhijhari?
There are 127 households in Jhijhari.
What is the literacy rate in Jhijhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhijhari is 44.94%. Male literacy is 55.89% and female literacy is 32.42%.