Real Estate Properties in Jhansi

The city of Jhansi, named after the Indian warrior, is a city that has a very colorful history. It is located in the Bundelkhand region and is the headquarters of Jhansi district and Jhansi division. Known for its extreme climatic conditions, the rocky plateau depends largely on its agricultural produce to support its economy.

The initiation of the National 4 Highway Development Project nudged Jhansi’s industrial growth considerably. Currently its industrial sector is populated by Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd., Bharat Petroleum Corporation and many other small and medium scale enterprises.

The district is split into five subdivisions and eight blocks. It is bordered by Madhya Pradesh, Jalaun, Hamirpur and Mahoba. Its efficient network of road and railways boosts the economy of the city, which is further supplemented by mineral deposits below the soil.

Stats And Facts

• The population of Jhansi is 5,07,293 according to the provisional reports of the 2011 census and the metropolitan population is 5,49,391.
• As per the census 2011 reports, Jhansi has a sex ratio of 892 per 1000 males and the child sex ratio is 868 per 1000 boys.
• The average literacy rate in the city is 83.81% of which female literacy is 77.81% and male 89.18%. The total number of literates are 3,81,771.
• Jhansi Rani was the queen of the region in 1842 and played a vital role in India’s struggle for freedom from colonial rule.
• The city lies between the Pahunj and Betwa rivers and sometimes temperatures go as low as 1°C.
• The city is abundant with historical sites and monuments, the most famous being the 17th century Jhansi Fort. The former palace is another similar spot which has been transformed into a museum now.
• Even though it is a city filled with historic richness, it is also equipped with modern recreational and community centers, including malls, stadiums and cinema theatres.
• The headquarters of the 31st Indian Armored Division of the Indian Army is located in Jhansi.
• The walled city                was formerly the capital of the princely state of Jhansi and is called the Gateway to Bundelkhand.

Agriculture And Industry

• Jhansi’s proximity to Delhi and other major cities in India, as well as the ease of access to this city has made it a good location for various industries.
• The city is on the south western border of the Tarai plains in Uttar Pradesh and, the land is good for growing citrus fruits.
• Wheat, pulses, oilseeds and peas are some of the major crops grown in the region.
• The multitude of hilly patches in Jhansi, contain concrete stone and granite stone which are used in the construction of buildings.
• There are five industrial areas in Jhansi, occupied by over 5,000 industrial units.
• Small-scale industries include agro-based food products, leather, chemicals, jute, electrical machinery, and the garment industry.
• Large scale undertakings include Diamond Cement Ltd., Baidyanath Ayurvedic Pvt. Ltd., Bharat Petroleum Corporation and BHEL.
• The region’s trade in agricultural produce is vital to its economy and Jhansi is a centre for brassware manufacture too.

Connectivity

• The nearest commercial airports are in Gwalior and Khajurao. Jhansi airport is a military aviation base but, it is possible for private aircraft to land.
• Jhansi Junction railway station is well-connected to many key cities in India like Secunderabad, Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and Indore. It has its own division of the North Indian Central Railways. The first ever Shatabdi Express ran between Jhansi and Delhi. Other important trains that pass through here include the Punjab Mail, Karnataka Express, Dadar-Amritsar Express and Kerala Express.
• The road network is excellent with key national highways passing through Jhansi. The North-South Corridor of the National Highway which connects Kanyakumari to Kashmir passes through Jhansi and, so does the East-West Corridor. National Highway 25 and 26 link the city to many others.
• The Interstate Bus Terminus in Jhansi offers buses run by the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation, Madhya Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation and some private agencies.
• Buses, taxis and auto rickshaws are available for local transport.

Jhansi Civic Administration

• Jhansi Nagar Nigam (JNN), headed by a municipal commissioner and deputy municipal commissioner, is responsible for the civic administration of Jhansi.
• The city is divided into 60 wards with elected representative in charge of each ward. The city also has a mayor.
• The Jhansi Development Authority (JDA) takes care of the planned and sustained development in the district. The primary objective of the JDA is to bring down population congestion.
• The district is divided into two parliamentary constituencies and five legislative assembly constituencies.
• The Jhansi Police maintain law and order in the city though the 26 police stations situated around the district.

Jhansi Infrastructure

The construction of the Golden Quadrilateral, often called the highway to success, brought a big improvement in the city’s infrastructure. Easy accessibility to the city brought industries and an improvement in overall connectivity within, and outside the city. Land along this highway has been developed for commercial use.

The educational infrastructure of the city is notable with Bundelkhand University located here, as well as engineering, polytechnic, science and medical colleges. Apart from this there is a research institute and hordes of schools in the city.

Infrastructure Projects

Jhansi Real Estate Market

• The extensive highway project brought with it, an exponential increase in real estate development and infrastructure in the region.
• Jhansi’s exceptional road and rail connectivity have improved the real estate scenario in Jhansi, making it an upcoming gem in the real estate market.
• People typically buy plots in Jhansi for investment purposes. For people looking to stay in the city, the preferences are houses and villas.

Key Localities In Jhansi

Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd.

 The Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. (DVVNL) is responsible for the distribution of electricity to all 21 districts in Uttar Pradesh, including Jhansi. The company took over after the dismantling of the Jhansi Electric Supply Co. Ltd. in 1963.

Electricity Tariff

Jhansi Nagar Nigam (JNN) - Water Supply

JNN and Jal Sansthan, Jhansi are responsible for piped water distribution to the city of Jhansi. The main source of water is the river Betwa, supplemented by ground water sources. Surface water sources include the Matateela and Pahuj dams.

Water Tariff

The average water tariff is Rs. 101.65 per month.

Online Property Tax Management System

The JNN has facilitated the online payment of property tax to ensure a simple and fast method to pay tax in the city. The system allows you to search with a property number and gives you a receipt at the end of your payment.