Jojwa - Mandalgarh, Bhilwara
Jojwa is a village situated in the Mandalgarh tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandalgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Jojwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jojwa is 096180. The village covers a total geographical area of 1351.32 hectares and falls under the 311601 pincode. Mandalgarh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jojwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jojwa
As per Census 2011, Jojwa village has a total population of 3,616 people, consisting of 1,799 males and 1,817 females. The village has 713 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,869 literate and 1,747 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jojwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,616 | 1,799 | 1,817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 249 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 341 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,869 | 1,230 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,747 | 569 | 1,178 |
Nearby Villages of Jojwa
Jojwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandi Nathan | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Lodhiyana | East | 1.92 km |
| Beethalpura | South | 2.13 km |
| Sand | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Bageed | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Bhand Ka Khera | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Tiroli | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Dhakar Kheri | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Devi Singh Ka Khera | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Sarana | South-East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jojwa
Jojwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singuli Shyam, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandalgarh to Jojwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Jojwa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jojwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jojwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jojwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jojwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jojwa
Where is Jojwa located?
Jojwa village is located in Mandalgarh Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jojwa?
Jojwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jojwa?
The pincode of Jojwa is 311601.
What is the population of Jojwa?
Jojwa has a total population of 3,616, including 1,799 males and 1,817 females.
How many households are there in Jojwa?
There are 713 households in Jojwa.
What is the literacy rate in Jojwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jojwa is 51.69%. Male literacy is 68.37% and female literacy is 35.17%.