Jhonkar

Jhonkar is a village located in Shajapur tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from Shajapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhonkar village. As per 2009 stats, Jhonkar village is also a gram panchayat.

Jhonkar has its own place in the vibrant Shajapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jhonkar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhonkar is 472751. The village spans a total geographical area of 1349 hectares. Maksi is nearest town to Jhonkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Jhonkar

Below is a concise population overview of Jhonkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,855 4,610 4,245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,263 639 624
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,150 1,119 1,031
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 7 6
Literate Population 5,590 3,344 2,246
Illiterate Population 3,265 1,266 1,999

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhonkar village:

  • The total population of Jhonkar village is around 8,855, including approximately 4,610 males and 4,245 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,263 children aged 0–6 years in Jhonkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhonkar village has 2,150 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhonkar village is about 63.13%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 52.91%.
  • There are around 1,686 households in Jhonkar village.

Connectivity of Jhonkar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhonkar. As per the 2011 stats, Jhonkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhonkar

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhonkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhonkar.

Shihoda Kapaliya Siroliya Samgibordi Kaharkheda Khokariya Tonk Hanoti Lalupura Songaon Surajpur Peerumrod

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhonkar

Where is Jhonkar located?
Jhonkar village is situated in Shajapur Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhonkar?
Jhonkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jhonkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhonkar is 8,855, with 4,610 males and 4,245 females.
How many households are there in Jhonkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhonkar village has a total of 1,686 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhonkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhonkar is 63.13%. The male literacy rate is 72.54%, while the female literacy rate is 52.91%.