Jurasi Kalan - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Jurasi Kalan is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. Jurasikalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jurasi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurasi Kalan is 058426. The village covers a total geographical area of 464 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Jurasi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jurasi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jurasi Kalan village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 862 males and 824 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 76.73% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247.
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 | 1,686 | 862 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 123 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 118 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 567 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 295 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Jurasi Kalan
Jurasi Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhani Rampura | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Jurasi Khurd | West | 1.84 km |
| Suraswati Khera | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Tikri | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Bodni | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Balochpura | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Pehowa | South | 3.74 km |
| Urnai | East | 4.09 km |
| Morthali | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Chhajupur | East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jurasi Kalan
Jurasi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pabnawa Jasmahinder Halt, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Jurasi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurasi Kalan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jurasi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurasi Kalan 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 Jurasi Kalan
Where is Jurasi Kalan located?
Jurasi Kalan village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurasi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurasi Kalan is Jurasikalan.
What is the pincode of Jurasi Kalan?
The pincode of Jurasi Kalan is 136128.
What is the population of Jurasi Kalan?
Jurasi Kalan had a total population of 1,686, including 862 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Jurasi Kalan?
Jurasi Kalan had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurasi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurasi Kalan was 70.33%. Male literacy was 76.73% and female literacy was 63.81%.