Jhontawali - Suwasara, Mandsaur
Jhontawali is a village situated in the Suwasara tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suwasra and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Bhesola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhontawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhontawali is 469933. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.1 hectares and falls under the 458888 pincode. Suwasara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jhontawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhontawali
As per Census 2011, Jhontawali village has a total population of 447 people, consisting of 220 males and 227 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhontawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 447 | 220 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 161 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 59 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Jhontawali
Jhontawali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Semli Chharot | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Dheengani | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Guradiya Jhala | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Khejdiyabhop | East | 2.28 km |
| Karnaliya | South | 2.59 km |
| Bhensola | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Hasamadi | South | 3.10 km |
| Garda | West | 3.13 km |
| Champakhedi | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Piplya | South-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhontawali
Public transport in the Jhontawali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nathukheri, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suwasara to Jhontawali is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Jhontawali 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 Jhontawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhontawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhontawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhontawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jhontawali
Where is Jhontawali located?
Jhontawali village is located in Suwasara Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhontawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhontawali is Bhesola.
What is the pincode of Jhontawali?
The pincode of Jhontawali is 458888.
What is the population of Jhontawali?
Jhontawali has a total population of 447, including 220 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Jhontawali?
There are 84 households in Jhontawali.
What is the literacy rate in Jhontawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhontawali is 56.15%. Male literacy is 73.18% and female literacy is 39.65%.