Jura - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Jura is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bhairoganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jura is 216855. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.1 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jura
As per Census 2011, Jura village has a total population of 2,380 people, consisting of 1,249 males and 1,131 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 1,603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,380 | 1,249 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 211 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 298 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 536 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 713 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Jura
Jura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naraparsauni | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Bassganw | South | 2.05 km |
| Ratanpurwa | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Sahsaram | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Phulwariya | East | 2.68 km |
| Bhairoganj | West | 2.95 km |
| Inar Barwa | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Khairia | North | 3.08 km |
| Khirsar | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Balia | North-East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jura
Public transport in the Jura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhairoganj, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bagha to Jura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Jura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jura
Where is Jura located?
Jura village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jura is Bhairoganj.
What is the pincode of Jura?
The pincode of Jura is 845106.
What is the population of Jura?
Jura has a total population of 2,380, including 1,249 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Jura?
There are 407 households in Jura.
What is the literacy rate in Jura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jura is 32.65%. Male literacy is 42.91% and female literacy is 21.31%.