Jalwa - Ghatiya, Ujjain
Jalwa is a village situated in the Ghatiya tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. Jalwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalwa is 471580. The village covers a total geographical area of 1184.13 hectares and falls under the 456550 pincode. Ujjain is the nearest town.
Jalwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalwa
As per Census 2011, Jalwa village has a total population of 2,510 people, consisting of 1,283 males and 1,227 females. The village has 501 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,409 literate and 1,101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,510 | 1,283 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 188 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 347 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 871 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,101 | 412 | 689 |
Nearby Villages of Jalwa
Jalwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalukhedi | East | 2.30 km |
| Ghattiya | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Dabri | South | 3.63 km |
| Palwa | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Belakheda | West | 4.87 km |
| Khedachitawalya | East | 4.89 km |
| Loharwas | North | 4.95 km |
| Jhitarkhedi | East | 5.53 km |
| Salamata | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Dhablagori | South | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalwa
Jalwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pingleshwar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Jalwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalwa 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 Jalwa
Where is Jalwa located?
Jalwa village is located in Ghatiya Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalwa?
Jalwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalwa?
The pincode of Jalwa is 456550.
What is the population of Jalwa?
Jalwa has a total population of 2,510, including 1,283 males and 1,227 females.
How many households are there in Jalwa?
There are 501 households in Jalwa.
What is the literacy rate in Jalwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalwa is 56.14%. Male literacy is 67.89% and female literacy is 43.85%.