Jhutawad - Mahidpur, Ujjain
Jhutawad is a village situated in the Mahidpur tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahidpur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Jhutawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhutawad is 471290. The village covers a total geographical area of 1468.68 hectares and falls under the 456440 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jhutawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhutawad
As per Census 2011, Jhutawad village has a total population of 3,220 people, consisting of 1,660 males and 1,560 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,598 literate and 1,622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhutawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,220 | 1,660 | 1,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 266 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 341 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 1,058 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,622 | 602 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Jhutawad
Jhutawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoli | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Ilyakhedi | East | 2.32 km |
| Pipalyabhim | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Koyal | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Chibdi | South | 3.59 km |
| Dungariya | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Gogakheda | East | 3.69 km |
| Dabdiya | North | 3.76 km |
| Bawalya | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Serankhedi | South | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhutawad
Jhutawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Luni Richha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alot to Jhutawad is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Jhutawad is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhutawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhutawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhutawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhutawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhutawad
Where is Jhutawad located?
Jhutawad village is located in Mahidpur Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhutawad?
Jhutawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhutawad?
The pincode of Jhutawad is 456440.
What is the population of Jhutawad?
Jhutawad has a total population of 3,220, including 1,660 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Jhutawad?
There are 628 households in Jhutawad.
What is the literacy rate in Jhutawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhutawad is 49.63%. Male literacy is 63.73% and female literacy is 34.62%.