Jhala - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Jhala is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Raniyara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhala is 152516. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.78 hectares and falls under the 284202 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhala
According to the 2011 Census, Jhala village had a total population of 521 people, including 269 males and 252 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.00%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 68.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 269 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 190 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 79 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Jhala
Jhala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundaha | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Garhi Kargaon | North | 2.38 km |
| Raniyara | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Ghuraiya | East | 3.01 km |
| Gata | South | 3.55 km |
| Tenduwa | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Tehrauli Kila | West | 3.74 km |
| Khiriya | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Tahrauli Khas | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Baghaira | North | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhala
Jhala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nankhas, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jhansi to Jhala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Jhala is about 67 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 Jhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhala 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhala
Where is Jhala located?
Jhala village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhala is Raniyara.
What is the pincode of Jhala?
The pincode of Jhala is 284202.
What is the population of Jhala?
Jhala had a total population of 521, including 269 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Jhala?
Jhala had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhala was 73.00%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 68.72%.