Jhalwa
Jhalwa is a village located in Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jaora (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Ratlam. As per 2009 stats, Ghalwa is the gram panchayat of Jhalwa village.
Jhalwa has its own place in the vibrant Ratlam 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 Jhalwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhalwa is 470119. The village spans a total geographical area of 708.2 hectares. Jaora is nearest town to Jhalwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhalwa 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 Jaora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhalwa
Population of Jhalwa
Below is a concise population overview of Jhalwa 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 | 1,444 | 751 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 84 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 617 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 134 | 287 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhalwa village:
- The total population of Jhalwa village is around 1,444, including approximately 751 males and 693 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Jhalwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhalwa village has 180 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhalwa village is about 70.84%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 58.59%.
- There are around 298 households in Jhalwa village.
Connectivity of Jhalwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhalwa. As per the 2011 stats, Jhalwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhalwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhalwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhalwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhalwa
- Where is Jhalwa located?
- Jhalwa village is situated in Jaora Tehsil, within the Ratlam district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhalwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhalwa is Ghalwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jhalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhalwa is 1,444, with 751 males and 693 females.
- How many households are there in Jhalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhalwa village has a total of 298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhalwa is 70.84%. The male literacy rate is 82.16%, while the female literacy rate is 58.59%.