Jhonta - Birsinghpur, Satna
Jhonta is a village situated in the Birsinghpur tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birsinghpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Jhonta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhonta is 463390. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.73 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Birsinghpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jhonta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhonta
According to the 2011 Census, Jhonta village had a total population of 684 people, including 333 males and 351 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.82%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 60.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 684 | 333 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 137 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 233 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 100 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Jhonta
Jhonta 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 Jhonta
Jhonta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jhonta has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birsinghpur to Jhonta is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Jhonta is about 40 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 Jhonta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhonta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jhonta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhonta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jhonta
Where is Jhonta located?
Jhonta village is located in Birsinghpur Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhonta?
Jhonta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhonta?
The pincode of Jhonta is 485226.
What is the population of Jhonta?
Jhonta had a total population of 684, including 333 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Jhonta?
Jhonta had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhonta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhonta was 71.82%. Male literacy was 83.81% and female literacy was 60.86%.