Jhadla - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Jhadla is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Jhadla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhadla is 480266. The village covers a total geographical area of 890.44 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jhadla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhadla
As per Census 2011, Jhadla village has a total population of 2,543 people, consisting of 1,322 males and 1,221 females. The village has 662 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 1,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhadla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,543 | 1,322 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 203 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 348 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 887 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 435 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Jhadla
Jhadla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijori | South | 3.94 km |
| Jamonia Ganesh | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Jasapura | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Sukalya | West | 5.33 km |
| Bilwa Bhat | South-East | 7.50 km |
| Onkarpura | North | 7.93 km |
| Lasudiya Bhama | South | 8.18 km |
| Piplya Biram | West | 9.24 km |
| Ganlyari | North | 9.25 km |
| Hinotiya | North-West | 9.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhadla
Jhadla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachor Road, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Jhadla is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Jhadla is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhadla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhadla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhadla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhadla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhadla
Where is Jhadla located?
Jhadla village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhadla?
Jhadla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhadla?
The pincode of Jhadla is 465667.
What is the population of Jhadla?
Jhadla has a total population of 2,543, including 1,322 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Jhadla?
There are 662 households in Jhadla.
What is the literacy rate in Jhadla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhadla is 58.04%. Male literacy is 67.10% and female literacy is 48.24%.