Jhikdi (Mewati) - Ashta, Sehore
Jhikdi (Mewati) is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Jhikdi (Mewati) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhikdi (Mewati) is 483047. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.79 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Jhikdi (Mewati) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhikdi (Mewati)
As per Census 2011, Jhikdi (Mewati) village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 484 males and 479 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhikdi (Mewati) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 484 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 100 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 199 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 285 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Jhikdi (Mewati)
Jhikdi (Mewati) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhedi (mewati) | East | 1.04 km |
| Nomaniya | West | 1.09 km |
| Amkhedi | East | 2.26 km |
| Manirampura | North | 2.29 km |
| Bhatpura | North | 2.53 km |
| Singarchori | West | 2.60 km |
| Jssupura | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Deopur | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Badkhola | East | 3.25 km |
| Pirana Khedi | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhikdi (Mewati)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhikdi (Mewati). The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Jhikdi (Mewati) is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Jhikdi (Mewati) is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhikdi (Mewati)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhikdi (Mewati) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhikdi (Mewati)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhikdi (Mewati) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jhikdi (Mewati)
Where is Jhikdi (Mewati) located?
Jhikdi (Mewati) village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikdi (Mewati)?
Jhikdi (Mewati) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhikdi (Mewati)?
The pincode of Jhikdi (Mewati) is 466116.
What is the population of Jhikdi (Mewati)?
Jhikdi (Mewati) has a total population of 963, including 484 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Jhikdi (Mewati)?
There are 188 households in Jhikdi (Mewati).
What is the literacy rate in Jhikdi (Mewati)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhikdi (Mewati) is 35.93%. Male literacy is 41.12% and female literacy is 30.69%.