Juda Village - Lavan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Juda is a village situated in the Lavan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Baloda Bazar and around 100 km from Raipur. Juda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juda is 443804. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.3 hectares and falls under the 493526 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Juda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasdol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juda
As per Census 2011, Juda village has a total population of 2,425 people, consisting of 1,218 males and 1,207 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,218 | 1,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 234 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,407 | 707 | 700 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 797 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 421 | 705 |
Nearby Villages of Juda
Juda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lahod | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Barda | East | 2.35 km |
| Paijani | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Sudhela | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Dhandhani | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Munda | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Khamhardih | South | 3.65 km |
| Khatiyapati | West | 3.75 km |
| Chirpota | South | 4.12 km |
| Misraindih | North-West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juda
Public transport in the Juda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nipania, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda Bazar to Juda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Juda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Juda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Juda
Where is Juda located?
Juda village is located in Lavan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juda?
Juda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juda?
The pincode of Juda is 493526.
What is the population of Juda?
Juda has a total population of 2,425, including 1,218 males and 1,207 females.
How many households are there in Juda?
There are 373 households in Juda.
What is the literacy rate in Juda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juda is 53.57%. Male literacy is 65.44% and female literacy is 41.59%.