Jhansighat
Jhansighat is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Jhansighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhansighat has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jhansighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhansighat is 490554. The village spans a total geographical area of 763.93 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Jhansighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhansighat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jhansighat
Below is a concise population overview of Jhansighat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,725 | 913 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 667 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 246 | 364 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhansighat village:
- The total population of Jhansighat village is around 1,725, including approximately 913 males and 812 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 235 children aged 0–6 years in Jhansighat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhansighat village has 205 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhansighat village is about 64.64%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 55.17%.
- There are around 347 households in Jhansighat village.
Connectivity of Jhansighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhansighat. As per the 2011 stats, Jhansighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhansighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhansighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhansighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhansighat
- Where is Jhansighat located?
- Jhansighat village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhansighat?
- Jhansighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jhansighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhansighat is 1,725, with 913 males and 812 females.
- How many households are there in Jhansighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhansighat village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhansighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhansighat is 64.64%. The male literacy rate is 73.06%, while the female literacy rate is 55.17%.