Jhilela - Jawar, Sehore
Jhilela is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Jhilela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhilela is 483121. The village covers a total geographical area of 1234.22 hectares and falls under the 466221 pincode. Jawar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jhilela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhilela
As per Census 2011, Jhilela village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,063 males and 1,024 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 884 literate and 1,203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhilela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,063 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 176 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 233 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 550 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,203 | 513 | 690 |
Nearby Villages of Jhilela
Jhilela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhau Kheda | South | 1.51 km |
| Dodi | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Darkheda | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Guradiya Bada | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Gunjari | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Atraliya Jawar | South | 2.98 km |
| Kakariya Khedi | East | 3.36 km |
| Khejda Kheda | South | 3.38 km |
| Aroliya (jawar) | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Keshopur | North-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhilela
Jhilela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kisoni, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawar to Jhilela is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Jhilela is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhilela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhilela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhilela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhilela 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 Jhilela
Where is Jhilela located?
Jhilela village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhilela?
Jhilela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhilela?
The pincode of Jhilela is 466221.
What is the population of Jhilela?
Jhilela has a total population of 2,087, including 1,063 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Jhilela?
There are 393 households in Jhilela.
What is the literacy rate in Jhilela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhilela is 42.36%. Male literacy is 51.74% and female literacy is 32.62%.