Jarikot Village - Dharmabad, Nanded
Jarikot is a village situated in the Dharmabad tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharmabad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Jarikot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarikot is 544978. The village covers a total geographical area of 1347 hectares and falls under the 431808 pincode. Dharmabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jarikot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarikot
As per Census 2011, Jarikot village has a total population of 3,744 people, consisting of 1,885 males and 1,859 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,186 literate and 1,558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 992 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 995 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarikot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,744 | 1,885 | 1,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 290 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 992 | 495 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 995 | 499 | 496 |
| Literate Population | 2,186 | 1,271 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 614 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Jarikot
Jarikot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Roshangaon | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Chondi | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Cholakha | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Patoda Bk. | East | 3.53 km |
| Takli Thadi | South | 4.38 km |
| Dhanora Kh. | North | 4.56 km |
| Atala | West | 4.62 km |
| Chikna | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Belgujari | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Chirali | South | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarikot
Jarikot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samrla, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmabad to Jarikot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Jarikot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarikot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarikot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarikot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarikot 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 Jarikot
Where is Jarikot located?
Jarikot village is located in Dharmabad Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarikot?
Jarikot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarikot?
The pincode of Jarikot is 431808.
What is the population of Jarikot?
Jarikot has a total population of 3,744, including 1,885 males and 1,859 females.
How many households are there in Jarikot?
There are 753 households in Jarikot.
What is the literacy rate in Jarikot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarikot is 58.39%. Male literacy is 67.43% and female literacy is 49.22%.