Jota - Muhra, Gaya
Jota is a village situated in the Muhra subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muhra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sarsu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jota is 255168. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 824231 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jota
As per Census 2011, Jota village has a total population of 4,086 people, consisting of 2,088 males and 1,998 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 879 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,577 literate and 2,509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,086 | 2,088 | 1,998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 879 | 434 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,438 | 715 | 723 |
| Literate Population | 1,577 | 1,059 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,509 | 1,029 | 1,480 |
Nearby Villages of Jota
Jota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ichua Karna | East | 1.64 km |
| Chandpura | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Saidpur Pakariya | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Sachaul | South | 2.16 km |
| Nandpur Chamarua | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Reula | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Sauntar | West | 2.37 km |
| Baguli | East | 2.38 km |
| Partappur | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Pakariya | South-East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jota
Jota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarsoo, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Jota is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jota
Where is Jota located?
Jota village is located in Muhra Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jota?
The Gram Panchayat of Jota is Sarsu.
What is the pincode of Jota?
The pincode of Jota is 824231.
What is the population of Jota?
Jota has a total population of 4,086, including 2,088 males and 1,998 females.
How many households are there in Jota?
There are 595 households in Jota.
What is the literacy rate in Jota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jota is 38.60%. Male literacy is 50.72% and female literacy is 25.93%.