Jhirwi - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jhirwi is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Jalkota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirwi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirwi is 476919. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.6 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jhirwi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhirwi
According to the 2011 Census, Jhirwi village had a total population of 11 people, including 4 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirwi
Jhirwi 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 Jhirwi
Jhirwi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Jhirwi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Jhirwi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Jhirwi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhirwi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirwi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhirwi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirwi 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 Jhirwi
Where is Jhirwi located?
Jhirwi village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhirwi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirwi is Jalkota.
What is the pincode of Jhirwi?
The pincode of Jhirwi is 451221.
What is the population of Jhirwi?
Jhirwi had a total population of 11, including 4 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Jhirwi?
Jhirwi had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirwi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirwi was 50.00%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 25.00%.