Jogia - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Jogia is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jogia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogia is 216172. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 845103 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jogia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jogia
As per Census 2011, Jogia village has a total population of 6,281 people, consisting of 3,282 males and 2,999 females. The village has 1,113 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,531 literate and 2,750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 964 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jogia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,281 | 3,282 | 2,999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,219 | 610 | 609 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 491 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,531 | 2,122 | 1,409 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,750 | 1,160 | 1,590 |
Nearby Villages of Jogia
Jogia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardia | East | 1.53 km |
| Bahuari | West | 1.85 km |
| Maguraha | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Inarbarwa | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Deurwa | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Sabea | East | 2.40 km |
| Inarbarwaletiha | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Telpur | South | 3.09 km |
| Semra | North | 3.25 km |
| Murila | West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jogia
Public transport in the Jogia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chamua, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Jogia is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Jogia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jogia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jogia
Where is Jogia located?
Jogia village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogia?
Jogia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jogia?
The pincode of Jogia is 845103.
What is the population of Jogia?
Jogia has a total population of 6,281, including 3,282 males and 2,999 females.
How many households are there in Jogia?
There are 1,113 households in Jogia.
What is the literacy rate in Jogia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogia is 56.22%. Male literacy is 64.66% and female literacy is 46.98%.