Jogisar - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Jogisar is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Gaurella and around 100 km from Bilaspur. Jogisar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogisar is 437495. The village covers a total geographical area of 1377.39 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jogisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jogisar
As per Census 2011, Jogisar village has a total population of 2,875 people, consisting of 1,490 males and 1,385 females. The village has 772 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,319 literate and 1,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,004 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jogisar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,875 | 1,490 | 1,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 236 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 77 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,004 | 1,034 | 970 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 805 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,556 | 685 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Jogisar
Jogisar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belpat | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Banjhorka | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Lata | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Newri Nawapara | North | 5.84 km |
| Kargi Khurd | East | 6.02 km |
| Jamdi Khurd | North-East | 6.73 km |
| Ranijhap | North-West | 6.91 km |
| Dungra | South-East | 7.12 km |
| Umarkhohi | South-East | 8.26 km |
| Pankota | North | 8.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jogisar
Jogisar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khodri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Jogisar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Jogisar 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 Jogisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogisar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jogisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogisar 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 Jogisar
Where is Jogisar located?
Jogisar village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogisar?
Jogisar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jogisar?
The pincode of Jogisar is 495117.
What is the population of Jogisar?
Jogisar has a total population of 2,875, including 1,490 males and 1,385 females.
How many households are there in Jogisar?
There are 772 households in Jogisar.
What is the literacy rate in Jogisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogisar is 45.88%. Male literacy is 54.03% and female literacy is 37.11%.