Jhirpa - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Jhirpa is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Jhirpa F.v. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirpa is 505668. The village covers a total geographical area of 945 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Jhirpa 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 Jhirpa
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirpa village had a total population of 1,785 people, including 931 males and 854 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.41%, with male literacy at 37.25% and female literacy at 27.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,736.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,785 | 931 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 241 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,736 | 901 | 835 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 257 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,350 | 674 | 676 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirpa
Jhirpa 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 Jhirpa
Public transport in the Jhirpa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhirpa is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Jhirpa is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhirpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhirpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirpa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhirpa
Where is Jhirpa located?
Jhirpa village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirpa is Jhirpa F.v..
What is the pincode of Jhirpa?
The pincode of Jhirpa is 450001.
What is the population of Jhirpa?
Jhirpa had a total population of 1,785, including 931 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Jhirpa?
Jhirpa had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirpa was 32.41%. Male literacy was 37.25% and female literacy was 27.30%.