Jhirnya - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jhirnya 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 82 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gulawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirnya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirnya is 476959. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.7 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jhirnya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhirnya
As per Census 2011, Jhirnya village has a total population of 663 people, consisting of 347 males and 316 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhirnya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 347 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 225 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 235 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 112 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirnya
Jhirnya 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 Jhirnya
Jhirnya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Jhirnya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Jhirnya is about 82 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 Jhirnya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirnya 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 Jhirnya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirnya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhirnya
Where is Jhirnya located?
Jhirnya village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirnya?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirnya is Gulawad.
What is the pincode of Jhirnya?
The pincode of Jhirnya is 451220.
What is the population of Jhirnya?
Jhirnya has a total population of 663, including 347 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Jhirnya?
There are 142 households in Jhirnya.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirnya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirnya is 54.75%. Male literacy is 67.72% and female literacy is 40.51%.