Jhond - Joura, Morena
Jhond is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Jhond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhond is 452371. The village covers a total geographical area of 2082 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Morena is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jhond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhond
As per Census 2011, Jhond village has a total population of 669 people, consisting of 408 males and 261 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 639 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 408 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 61 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 167 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 241 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Jhond
Jhond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punchhari | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Pagara | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Samedi | South-West | 4.09 km |
| (ghorera)dhorera | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Bichpuri | North | 5.60 km |
| Khitera | South-West | 6.04 km |
| Lakhanpura | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Bara | North-West | 6.48 km |
| Thehagird | North-East | 6.51 km |
| Gurja | East | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhond
Jhond is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jora Alapur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morena to Jhond is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhond
Where is Jhond located?
Jhond village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhond?
Jhond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhond?
The pincode of Jhond is 476221.
What is the population of Jhond?
Jhond has a total population of 669, including 408 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Jhond?
There are 139 households in Jhond.
What is the literacy rate in Jhond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhond is 35.87%. Male literacy is 40.93% and female literacy is 27.97%.