Joratarai - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Joratarai is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Torenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joratarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joratarai is 446680. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.16 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Joratarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joratarai
According to the 2011 Census, Joratarai village had a total population of 607 people, including 299 males and 308 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.65%, with male literacy at 70.93% and female literacy at 48.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 400.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 299 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 41 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 193 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 183 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 116 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Joratarai
Joratarai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Joratarai
Joratarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Joratarai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Joratarai is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joratarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joratarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Joratarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joratarai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Joratarai
Where is Joratarai located?
Joratarai village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Joratarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Joratarai is Torenga.
What is the pincode of Joratarai?
The pincode of Joratarai is 493449.
What is the population of Joratarai?
Joratarai had a total population of 607, including 299 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Joratarai?
Joratarai had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joratarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joratarai was 59.65%. Male literacy was 70.93% and female literacy was 48.00%.