Jhiriya - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Jhiriya is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Jhiriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhiriya is 501624. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.74 hectares and falls under the 484669 pincode. Burhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jhiriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhiriya
As per Census 2011, Jhiriya village has a total population of 428 people, consisting of 210 males and 218 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 407 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhiriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 210 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 200 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 122 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Jhiriya
Jhiriya 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
Public transport in the Jhiriya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Burhar to Jhiriya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Jhiriya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhiriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhiriya 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 Jhiriya
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 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
Where is Jhiriya located?
Jhiriya village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhiriya?
Jhiriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhiriya?
The pincode of Jhiriya is 484669.
What is the population of Jhiriya?
Jhiriya has a total population of 428, including 210 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Jhiriya?
There are 106 households in Jhiriya.
What is the literacy rate in Jhiriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhiriya is 39.25%. Male literacy is 41.90% and female literacy is 36.70%.