Jajuara - Katra, Muzaffarpur
Jajuara is a village situated in the Katra subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Jajuara West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajuara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajuara is 229140. The village covers a total geographical area of 1876 hectares and falls under the 843360 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jajuara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aurai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jajuara
As per Census 2011, Jajuara village has a total population of 25,875 people, consisting of 13,491 males and 12,384 females. The village has 5,456 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,900 literate and 12,975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,725 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jajuara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,875 | 13,491 | 12,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,408 | 2,315 | 2,093 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,725 | 920 | 805 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 12,900 | 7,733 | 5,167 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,975 | 5,758 | 7,217 |
Nearby Villages of Jajuara
Jajuara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uphraulia | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Saidpur | South | 2.48 km |
| Sauria Khurd Urf Angona | East | 2.69 km |
| Bakauri | East | 3.22 km |
| Bishunpur | South | 3.40 km |
| Katai | West | 3.56 km |
| Shahpur | East | 3.96 km |
| Singwari | South | 4.03 km |
| Changel Urf Madhurapur | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Nagwara | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jajuara
Jajuara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Debrabandhauli Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Jajuara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajuara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajuara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jajuara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajuara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jajuara
Where is Jajuara located?
Jajuara village is located in Katra Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajuara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajuara is Jajuara West.
What is the pincode of Jajuara?
The pincode of Jajuara is 843360.
What is the population of Jajuara?
Jajuara has a total population of 25,875, including 13,491 males and 12,384 females.
How many households are there in Jajuara?
There are 5,456 households in Jajuara.
What is the literacy rate in Jajuara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajuara is 49.86%. Male literacy is 57.32% and female literacy is 41.72%.