Jhigadi - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jhigadi is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Zigdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhigadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhigadi is 476590. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.13 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jhigadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhigadi
As per Census 2011, Jhigadi village has a total population of 1,096 people, consisting of 582 males and 514 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 713 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhigadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,096 | 582 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 77 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 188 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 455 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 127 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Jhigadi
Jhigadi 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 Jhigadi
Jhigadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jhigadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Jhigadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Jhigadi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhigadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhigadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jhigadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhigadi 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 Jhigadi
Where is Jhigadi located?
Jhigadi village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhigadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhigadi is Zigdi.
What is the pincode of Jhigadi?
The pincode of Jhigadi is 451115.
What is the population of Jhigadi?
Jhigadi has a total population of 1,096, including 582 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Jhigadi?
There are 222 households in Jhigadi.
What is the literacy rate in Jhigadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhigadi is 65.05%. Male literacy is 78.18% and female literacy is 50.19%.