Jalud - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jalud is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Jalud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalud is 476997. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.4 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Jalud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalud
According to the 2011 Census, Jalud village had a total population of 3,046 people, including 1,707 males and 1,339 females, living in 962 households. The sex ratio was 784 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.90%, with male literacy at 80.87% and female literacy at 64.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,014, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 3,046 | 1,707 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 186 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,014 | 494 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 129 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,230 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 477 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Jalud
Jalud 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 Jalud
Jalud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandleshwar to Jalud is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Jalud is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalud
Where is Jalud located?
Jalud village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalud?
Jalud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalud?
The pincode of Jalud is 451221.
What is the population of Jalud?
Jalud had a total population of 3,046, including 1,707 males and 1,339 females.
How many households are there in Jalud?
Jalud had 962 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalud was 73.90%. Male literacy was 80.87% and female literacy was 64.66%.