Jhara - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jhara is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sejgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhara is 477060. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.08 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhara
As per Census 2011, Jhara village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 174 males and 188 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 174 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 101 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 78 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 96 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Jhara
Jhara 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 Jhara
Jhara 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Jhara is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Jhara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhara 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 Jhara
Where is Jhara located?
Jhara village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhara is Sejgaon.
What is the pincode of Jhara?
The pincode of Jhara is 451225.
What is the population of Jhara?
Jhara has a total population of 362, including 174 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Jhara?
There are 69 households in Jhara.
What is the literacy rate in Jhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhara is 36.74%. Male literacy is 44.83% and female literacy is 29.26%.