Jewara - Pamgarh, Janjgir-Champa
Jewara is a village situated in the Pamgarh tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Pamgarh and around 43 km from Janjgir. Jewara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jewara is 437045. The village covers a total geographical area of 988.47 hectares and falls under the 495554 pincode. Pamgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jewara
As per Census 2011, Jewara village has a total population of 2,330 people, consisting of 1,160 males and 1,170 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,187 literate and 1,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jewara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,330 | 1,160 | 1,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 180 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 161 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 716 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 444 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Jewara
Jewara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bohardih | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Kesala | East | 2.76 km |
| Borsi | North | 3.03 km |
| Dighora | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Kosir | South | 3.45 km |
| Bharari | West | 3.86 km |
| Semariya | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Bhilauni | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Semariya (baijnath) | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Rojhandih | East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jewara
Jewara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotmi Sonan Hlt, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 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 Pamgarh to Jewara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Jewara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jewara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jewara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jewara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jewara
Where is Jewara located?
Jewara village is located in Pamgarh Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jewara?
Jewara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jewara?
The pincode of Jewara is 495554.
What is the population of Jewara?
Jewara has a total population of 2,330, including 1,160 males and 1,170 females.
How many households are there in Jewara?
There are 595 households in Jewara.
What is the literacy rate in Jewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jewara is 50.94%. Male literacy is 61.72% and female literacy is 40.26%.