Jalkota - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jalkota is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. Jalkota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalkota is 476922. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.26 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town.
Jalkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalkota
As per Census 2011, Jalkota village has a total population of 1,230 people, consisting of 603 males and 627 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalkota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 603 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 71 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 166 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 386 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 217 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Jalkota
Jalkota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lasangaon | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Balwada | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Bhatpura | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Morgadhi | West | 4.86 km |
| Akbarpura | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Beganda | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Nimarani | North | 6.19 km |
| Matmur | North-East | 6.39 km |
| Khal Buzurg | West | 6.71 km |
| Dehiwar | North | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalkota
Jalkota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Jalkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalkota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jalkota
Where is Jalkota located?
Jalkota village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalkota?
Jalkota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalkota?
The pincode of Jalkota is 451224.
What is the population of Jalkota?
Jalkota has a total population of 1,230, including 603 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Jalkota?
There are 281 households in Jalkota.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalkota is 52.93%. Male literacy is 64.01% and female literacy is 42.26%.