Jhurki - Ghansaur, Seoni
Jhurki is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Jhurki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhurki is 496233. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jhurki 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 Jhurki
According to the 2011 Census, Jhurki village had a total population of 864 people, including 429 males and 435 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.34%, with male literacy at 69.02% and female literacy at 52.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
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 | 864 | 429 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 138 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 254 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 175 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Jhurki
Jhurki 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 Jhurki
Jhurki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jabalpur to Jhurki is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Jhurki is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhurki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhurki 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 Jhurki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhurki 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 Jhurki
Where is Jhurki located?
Jhurki village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhurki?
Jhurki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhurki?
The pincode of Jhurki is 480997.
What is the population of Jhurki?
Jhurki had a total population of 864, including 429 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Jhurki?
Jhurki had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhurki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhurki was 60.34%. Male literacy was 69.02% and female literacy was 52.07%.