Jalni - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Jalni is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Bistuniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalni is 104968. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.24 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Jalni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalni
As per Census 2011, Jalni village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 136 males and 146 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 127 | 79 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 57 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Jalni
Jalni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chand Kheri | West | 1.54 km |
| Guradiya Khurd | North | 1.72 km |
| Rajpura | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Bheemni | East | 2.10 km |
| Toongani | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Theekariya | North | 2.94 km |
| Gujarkhedi | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Vistuniya | North | 3.77 km |
| Bor Kheri | East | 3.82 km |
| Khandar | North | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalni
Jalni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Jalni is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Jalni is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalni 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 Jalni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalni
Where is Jalni located?
Jalni village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalni?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalni is Bistuniya.
What is the pincode of Jalni?
The pincode of Jalni is 326512.
What is the population of Jalni?
Jalni has a total population of 282, including 136 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Jalni?
There are 54 households in Jalni.
What is the literacy rate in Jalni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalni is 45.04%. Male literacy is 58.09% and female literacy is 32.88%.