Jowa
Jowa is a village located in Maihar tehsil of Satna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Maihar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Satna. As per 2009 stats, Jowa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jowa unique in its vibrant Maihar-Satna region. You’ll see Jowa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jowa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jowa is 464812. The village spans a total geographical area of 395.79 hectares. Maihar is nearest town to Jowa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Jowa
Population of Jowa
According to the 2011 Census, Jowa has a total population of about 2,695, with approximately 1,381 males and 1,314 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 504 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,266 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 554. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.21%, with male literacy at about 60.17% and female literacy near 41.78%. There are around 689 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jowa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,695 | 1,381 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 262 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,266 | 641 | 625 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 286 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 1,380 | 831 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 550 | 765 |
Connectivity of Jowa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jowa. As per the 2011 stats, Jowa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jowa
Knowing the nearby villages of Jowa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jowa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jowa
- Where is Jowa located?
- Jowa village is situated in Maihar Tehsil, within the Satna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jowa?
- Jowa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jowa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jowa is 2,695, with 1,381 males and 1,314 females.
- How many households are there in Jowa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jowa village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jowa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jowa is 51.21%. The male literacy rate is 60.17%, while the female literacy rate is 41.78%.