Jhiri - Sarangpur, Rajgarh
Jhiri is a village situated in the Sarangpur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarangpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Jhiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhiri is 479941. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.3 hectares and falls under the 465687 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhiri
As per Census 2011, Jhiri village has a total population of 976 people, consisting of 472 males and 504 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 472 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 281 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 191 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Jhiri
Jhiri 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 Jhiri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jhiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sarangpur to Jhiri is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Jhiri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhiri
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 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhiri
Where is Jhiri located?
Jhiri village is located in Sarangpur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiri?
Jhiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhiri?
The pincode of Jhiri is 465687.
What is the population of Jhiri?
Jhiri has a total population of 976, including 472 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Jhiri?
There are 247 households in Jhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhiri is 51.02%. Male literacy is 59.53% and female literacy is 43.06%.