Jurja - Baheri, Darbhanga
Jurja is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Jorja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jurja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurja is 227616. The village covers a total geographical area of 937 hectares and falls under the 847101 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jurja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hayaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jurja
As per Census 2011, Jurja village has a total population of 12,862 people, consisting of 6,820 males and 6,042 females. The village has 2,673 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,337 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,950 literate and 6,912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jurja are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Jurja
Jurja is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jurja
Jurja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jurja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Jurja is about 13 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 Jurja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jurja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jurja
Where is Jurja located?
Jurja village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurja?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurja is Jorja.
What is the pincode of Jurja?
The pincode of Jurja is 847101.
What is the population of Jurja?
Jurja has a total population of 12,862, including 6,820 males and 6,042 females.
How many households are there in Jurja?
There are 2,673 households in Jurja.
What is the literacy rate in Jurja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurja is 46.26%. Male literacy is 54.93% and female literacy is 36.48%.