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
According to the 2011 Census, Jalkoti village had a total population of 1,044 people, including 528 males and 516 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.78%, with male literacy at 73.13% and female literacy at 44.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 287, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 1,044 | 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 had a total population of 1,044, including 528 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Jalkoti?
Jalkoti had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalkoti was 58.78%. Male literacy was 73.13% and female literacy was 44.37%.