Jhargaon - Digod, Kota
Jhargaon is a village situated in the Digod tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Jhadgao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhargaon is 101877. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.65 hectares and falls under the 325204 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipalda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhargaon
As per Census 2011, Jhargaon village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 708 males and 634 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 931 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 687 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 708 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 687 | 353 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 931 | 569 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 139 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Jhargaon
Jhargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhonpariya | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Khera Bhopal | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Chopar Kheri | East | 2.17 km |
| Narpatkheri | East | 2.38 km |
| Ramnagar | North | 2.65 km |
| Morana | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Madariya | West | 2.95 km |
| Dediyaheri | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Pali | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Jhadol | North-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhargaon
Jhargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghataka Varana, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kota to Jhargaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jhargaon
Where is Jhargaon located?
Jhargaon village is located in Digod Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhargaon is Jhadgao.
What is the pincode of Jhargaon?
The pincode of Jhargaon is 325204.
What is the population of Jhargaon?
Jhargaon has a total population of 1,342, including 708 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Jhargaon?
There are 245 households in Jhargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhargaon is 69.37%. Male literacy is 80.37% and female literacy is 57.10%.