Jhiriya (Harri) - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Jhiriya (Harri) is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Malaya-1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhiriya (Harri) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhiriya (Harri) is 501710. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.29 hectares and falls under the 484334 pincode. Burhar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jhiriya (Harri) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhiriya (Harri)
As per Census 2011, Jhiriya (Harri) village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 646 males and 655 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 507 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhiriya (Harri) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 646 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 251 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 384 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 262 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Jhiriya (Harri)
Jhiriya (Harri) 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 Jhiriya (Harri)
Jhiriya (Harri) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burhar to Jhiriya (Harri) is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Jhiriya (Harri) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhiriya (Harri)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhiriya (Harri) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhiriya (Harri)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhiriya (Harri) 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 Jhiriya (Harri)
Where is Jhiriya (Harri) located?
Jhiriya (Harri) village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiriya (Harri)?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhiriya (Harri) is Malaya-1.
What is the pincode of Jhiriya (Harri)?
The pincode of Jhiriya (Harri) is 484334.
What is the population of Jhiriya (Harri)?
Jhiriya (Harri) has a total population of 1,301, including 646 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Jhiriya (Harri)?
There are 297 households in Jhiriya (Harri).
What is the literacy rate in Jhiriya (Harri)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhiriya (Harri) is 52.96%. Male literacy is 59.44% and female literacy is 46.56%.