Jheekariya - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Jheekariya is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Silehgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jheekariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jheekariya is 104939. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.84 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Jheekariya 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 Jheekariya
As per Census 2011, Jheekariya village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 234 males and 234 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jheekariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 234 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 202 | 135 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 99 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Jheekariya
Jheekariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arniya | North | 2.15 km |
| Boliya | West | 3.02 km |
| Marlawada | South | 3.21 km |
| Silehgarh | East | 3.36 km |
| Kochariya Kheri | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Piplyaghata | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Akiya | North | 5.05 km |
| Khokhariya Kalan | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Farnyakhedi | West | 5.19 km |
| Gangaliya Kheri | South | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jheekariya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jheekariya. The nearest railway station is Garot, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 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 Jheekariya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Jheekariya is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jheekariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jheekariya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jheekariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jheekariya 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 Jheekariya
Where is Jheekariya located?
Jheekariya village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jheekariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Jheekariya is Silehgarh.
What is the pincode of Jheekariya?
The pincode of Jheekariya is 326512.
What is the population of Jheekariya?
Jheekariya has a total population of 468, including 234 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Jheekariya?
There are 98 households in Jheekariya.
What is the literacy rate in Jheekariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jheekariya is 43.16%. Male literacy is 57.69% and female literacy is 28.63%.