Jhumka - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Jhumka is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Anwli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhumka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhumka is 480227. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhumka 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 Jhumka
As per Census 2011, Jhumka village has a total population of 706 people, consisting of 376 males and 330 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhumka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 376 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 290 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 86 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Jhumka
Jhumka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhumka
Public transport in the Jhumka is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Narsinghgarh to Jhumka is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Jhumka is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhumka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhumka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhumka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhumka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhumka
Where is Jhumka located?
Jhumka village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhumka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhumka is Anwli.
What is the pincode of Jhumka?
The pincode of Jhumka is 465667.
What is the population of Jhumka?
Jhumka has a total population of 706, including 376 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Jhumka?
There are 125 households in Jhumka.
What is the literacy rate in Jhumka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhumka is 63.74%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 48.48%.