Jharkatia - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Jharkatia is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Jharkatia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharkatia is 503617. The village covers a total geographical area of 1016.43 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Jharkatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jharkatia
As per Census 2011, Jharkatia village has a total population of 2,597 people, consisting of 1,368 males and 1,229 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 602 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 856 literate and 1,741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,722 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharkatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,597 | 1,368 | 1,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 308 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,722 | 900 | 822 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 586 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,741 | 782 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Jharkatia
Jharkatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amsi | North | 3.56 km |
| Durdura | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Butwa (batuwa) | West | 5.03 km |
| Dar | West | 5.27 km |
| Pinjreha | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Baudihar | South-West | 6.51 km |
| Gairuai | North | 6.97 km |
| Kushhaniya | North-West | 6.99 km |
| Bharari | North-East | 7.17 km |
| Kushmahawa | North-West | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharkatia
Jharkatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Singrauli to Jharkatia is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharkatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharkatia 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 Jharkatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharkatia 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 Jharkatia
Where is Jharkatia located?
Jharkatia village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharkatia?
Jharkatia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jharkatia?
The pincode of Jharkatia is 486882.
What is the population of Jharkatia?
Jharkatia has a total population of 2,597, including 1,368 males and 1,229 females.
How many households are there in Jharkatia?
There are 438 households in Jharkatia.
What is the literacy rate in Jharkatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharkatia is 32.96%. Male literacy is 42.84% and female literacy is 21.97%.