Jhariya - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Jhariya is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Ghogri(sahsana) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhariya is 495894. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.7 hectares and falls under the 480884 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jhariya 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 Jhariya
As per Census 2011, Jhariya village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 444 males and 445 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 444 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 65 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 187 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 298 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 146 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Jhariya
Jhariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairi Mal | South | 1.36 km |
| Ghoghari | South | 2.30 km |
| Boriya Kalan | North | 2.51 km |
| Punwara Khurd | West | 2.89 km |
| Karanpur Mal | North | 3.41 km |
| Rana | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Khairnara | West | 3.82 km |
| Churka | South | 4.16 km |
| Sahsna | South | 4.24 km |
| Punwara Kalan | North-West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhariya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhariya. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Jhariya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Jhariya is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhariya 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 Jhariya
Where is Jhariya located?
Jhariya village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhariya is Ghogri(sahsana).
What is the pincode of Jhariya?
The pincode of Jhariya is 480884.
What is the population of Jhariya?
Jhariya has a total population of 889, including 444 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Jhariya?
There are 181 households in Jhariya.
What is the literacy rate in Jhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhariya is 55.57%. Male literacy is 67.12% and female literacy is 44.04%.