Jurja
Jurja is a village located in Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baheri (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Jorja is the gram panchayat of Jurja village.
Here you can discover what makes Jurja unique in its vibrant Baheri-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Jurja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jurja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jurja is 227616. The village spans a total geographical area of 937 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847101. Darbhanga is nearest town to Jurja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Jurja
Population of Jurja
According to the 2011 Census, Jurja has a total population of about 12,862, with approximately 6,820 males and 6,042 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,337 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,517 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.26%, with male literacy at about 54.93% and female literacy near 36.48%. There are around 2,673 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jurja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,862 | 6,820 | 6,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,337 | 1,231 | 1,106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,517 | 809 | 708 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,950 | 3,746 | 2,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,912 | 3,074 | 3,838 |
Connectivity of Jurja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jurja. As per the 2011 stats, Jurja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jurja
Knowing the nearby villages of Jurja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jurja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jurja
- Where is Jurja located?
- Jurja village is situated in Baheri Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jurja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jurja is Jorja (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jurja?
- The pincode of Jurja is 847101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jurja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jurja is 12,862, with 6,820 males and 6,042 females.
- How many households are there in Jurja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jurja village has a total of 2,673 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jurja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jurja is 46.26%. The male literacy rate is 54.93%, while the female literacy rate is 36.48%.