Jhonka - Orai, Jalaun
Jhonka is a village situated in the Orai tehsil of Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. Somai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhonka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhonka is 151716. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.34 hectares and falls under the 285001 pincode. Orai is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jhonka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Jhonka
Jhonka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narchha | East | 0.75 km |
| Naktela | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Husepura | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Somai | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Nunsai | East | 2.54 km |
| Bajhera | North | 2.82 km |
| Pur | South | 3.06 km |
| Girthan | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Aindha | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Khera Kalan | North | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhonka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhonka. The nearest railway station is Bhua, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Orai to Jhonka is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhonka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhonka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhonka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhonka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhonka
Where is Jhonka located?
Jhonka village is located in Orai Tehsil, Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhonka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhonka is Somai.
What is the pincode of Jhonka?
The pincode of Jhonka is 285001.