Jhootara - Bhim, Rajsamand
Jhootara is a village situated in the Bhim tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhim and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Baggar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhootara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhootara is 096497. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 313341 pincode. Deogarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jhootara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhootara
As per Census 2011, Jhootara village has a total population of 656 people, consisting of 324 males and 332 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 515 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhootara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 324 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 265 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 59 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Jhootara
Jhootara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhawala Kalan | North-East | 0.64 km |
| Udpura | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Kali Ghati | South | 1.56 km |
| Dhawala Khurd | West | 2.01 km |
| Kathar | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Payari | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Baggar | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Nabri | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Sangawas (b) | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Telra | South-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhootara
Jhootara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Khamil Ghat, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Deogarh to Jhootara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Jhootara is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhootara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhootara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhootara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhootara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhootara
Where is Jhootara located?
Jhootara village is located in Bhim Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhootara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhootara is Baggar.
What is the pincode of Jhootara?
The pincode of Jhootara is 313341.
What is the population of Jhootara?
Jhootara has a total population of 656, including 324 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Jhootara?
There are 131 households in Jhootara.
What is the literacy rate in Jhootara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhootara is 78.51%. Male literacy is 81.79% and female literacy is 75.30%.