Juas - Barahiya, Lakhisarai
Juas is a village situated in the Barahiya subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barahiya and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Dumri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juas is 243338. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.1 hectares and falls under the 811302 pincode. Barahiya is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Juas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Juas
According to the 2011 Census, Juas village had a total population of 2,364 people, including 1,263 males and 1,101 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.02%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 66.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241.
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 | 2,364 | 1,263 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 227 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 127 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,490 | 872 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 391 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Juas
Juas 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 Juas
Juas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Juas has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barahiya to Juas is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lakhisarai to Juas is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Juas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Juas
Where is Juas located?
Juas village is located in Barahiya Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Juas?
The Gram Panchayat of Juas is Dumri.
What is the pincode of Juas?
The pincode of Juas is 811302.
What is the population of Juas?
Juas had a total population of 2,364, including 1,263 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Juas?
Juas had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juas was 76.02%. Male literacy was 84.17% and female literacy was 66.88%.