Jhiri Khurd - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Jhiri Khurd is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Sirkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhiri Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhiri Khurd is 490658. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.06 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jhiri Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhiri Khurd
As per Census 2011, Jhiri Khurd village has a total population of 84 people, consisting of 43 males and 41 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhiri Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Jhiri Khurd
Jhiri Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tendukheda | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Nandiya | North | 1.49 km |
| Jhiri Kalan | East | 2.06 km |
| Pachauri | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Garh Pahra | West | 2.60 km |
| Sirkona | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Kaisli | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Doun | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Kohka | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Ronsari | North-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhiri Khurd
Jhiri Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karak Bel, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Jhiri Khurd is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Jhiri Khurd is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhiri Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhiri Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhiri Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhiri Khurd 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 Jhiri Khurd
Where is Jhiri Khurd located?
Jhiri Khurd village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiri Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhiri Khurd is Sirkona.
What is the pincode of Jhiri Khurd?
The pincode of Jhiri Khurd is 487118.
What is the population of Jhiri Khurd?
Jhiri Khurd has a total population of 84, including 43 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Jhiri Khurd?
There are 20 households in Jhiri Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiri Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhiri Khurd is 60.71%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 48.78%.