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
According to the 2011 Census, Jalkota village had a total population of 1,230 people, including 603 males and 627 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.18%, with male literacy at 72.56% and female literacy at 49.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 1,230 | 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 had a total population of 1,230, including 603 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Jalkota?
Jalkota had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalkota was 61.18%. Male literacy was 72.56% and female literacy was 49.81%.