Jhoondwa - Uniara, Tonk
Jhoondwa is a village situated in the Uniara tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uniara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Jhundawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhoondwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhoondwa is 093633. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.73 hectares and falls under the 304024 pincode. Uniara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jhoondwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhoondwa
As per Census 2011, Jhoondwa village has a total population of 1,092 people, consisting of 571 males and 521 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 299 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhoondwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 571 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 152 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 286 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 285 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Jhoondwa
Jhoondwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindoli | East | 1.99 km |
| Gangli | West | 2.38 km |
| Rohit | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Mahmood Nagar | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Daulatpura | North | 2.97 km |
| Rahmanpura | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Khatoli | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Usmanpura | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Thikariya | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Subhnpura | South-East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhoondwa
Jhoondwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uniara to Jhoondwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Jhoondwa 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 Jhoondwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhoondwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhoondwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhoondwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhoondwa
Where is Jhoondwa located?
Jhoondwa village is located in Uniara Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhoondwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhoondwa is Jhundawa.
What is the pincode of Jhoondwa?
The pincode of Jhoondwa is 304024.
What is the population of Jhoondwa?
Jhoondwa has a total population of 1,092, including 571 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Jhoondwa?
There are 205 households in Jhoondwa.
What is the literacy rate in Jhoondwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhoondwa is 32.33%. Male literacy is 50.09% and female literacy is 12.86%.