Jhounta
Jhounta is a village located in Badod tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Badod (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Jhota is the gram panchayat of Jhounta village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhounta unique in its vibrant Badod-Shajapur region. You’ll see Jhounta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhounta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhounta is 472467. The village spans a total geographical area of 555.73 hectares. Agar is nearest town to Jhounta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Jhounta
Population of Jhounta
According to the 2011 Census, Jhounta has a total population of about 1,054, with approximately 548 males and 506 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.34%, with male literacy at about 73.36% and female literacy near 46.25%. There are around 207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhounta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 548 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 636 | 402 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 146 | 272 |
Connectivity of Jhounta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhounta. As per the 2011 stats, Jhounta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhounta
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhounta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhounta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhounta
- Where is Jhounta located?
- Jhounta village is situated in Badod Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhounta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhounta is Jhota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jhounta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhounta is 1,054, with 548 males and 506 females.
- How many households are there in Jhounta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhounta village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhounta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhounta is 60.34%. The male literacy rate is 73.36%, while the female literacy rate is 46.25%.