Jalkoti - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jalkoti is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kharadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalkoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalkoti is 476931. The village covers a total geographical area of 832.47 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jalkoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalkoti
As per Census 2011, Jalkoti village has a total population of 1,044 people, consisting of 528 males and 516 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalkoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,044 | 528 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 144 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 313 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 215 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Jalkoti
Jalkoti 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 Jalkoti
Jalkoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Jalkoti is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Jalkoti is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalkoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalkoti 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 Jalkoti
Where is Jalkoti located?
Jalkoti village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalkoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalkoti is Kharadi.
What is the pincode of Jalkoti?
The pincode of Jalkoti is 451224.
What is the population of Jalkoti?
Jalkoti has a total population of 1,044, including 528 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Jalkoti?
There are 250 households in Jalkoti.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalkoti is 48.08%. Male literacy is 59.28% and female literacy is 36.63%.