Jarra - Pithora, Mahasamund
Jarra is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Narsinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarra is 446447. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.56 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jarra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarra
According to the 2011 Census, Jarra village had a total population of 573 people, including 272 males and 301 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.57%, with male literacy at 67.92% and female literacy at 46.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 427.
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 | 573 | 272 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 202 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 163 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 109 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Jarra
Jarra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagdishpur Tukda Hostpi | North | 1.10 km |
| Narsinghpur | East | 1.50 km |
| Burodih | North | 2.14 km |
| Bamdadih | South | 2.34 km |
| Chanordih Tukda | East | 2.50 km |
| Jagdishpur | East | 2.52 km |
| Remada Tukada | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Chanaurdih | East | 3.36 km |
| Sawatripurtukda | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Jiradabari | South-East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarra
Jarra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 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 Bagbahara to Jarra is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Jarra is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarra 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jarra
Where is Jarra located?
Jarra village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarra is Narsinghpur.
What is the pincode of Jarra?
The pincode of Jarra is 493555.
What is the population of Jarra?
Jarra had a total population of 573, including 272 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Jarra?
Jarra had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarra was 56.57%. Male literacy was 67.92% and female literacy was 46.18%.