Jhinjhrai - Ghansaur, Seoni
Jhinjhrai is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Jhinjrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinjhrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinjhrai is 496236. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.77 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Jhinjhrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhinjhrai
As per Census 2011, Jhinjhrai village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 330 males and 290 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhinjhrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 330 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 234 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 96 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Jhinjhrai
Jhinjhrai 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 Jhinjhrai
Jhinjhrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghansaur to Jhinjhrai is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Jhinjhrai is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinjhrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinjhrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhinjhrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinjhrai 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 Jhinjhrai
Where is Jhinjhrai located?
Jhinjhrai village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinjhrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinjhrai is Jhinjrai.
What is the pincode of Jhinjhrai?
The pincode of Jhinjhrai is 480997.
What is the population of Jhinjhrai?
Jhinjhrai has a total population of 620, including 330 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Jhinjhrai?
There are 160 households in Jhinjhrai.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinjhrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhinjhrai is 62.42%. Male literacy is 70.91% and female literacy is 52.76%.