Joura - Suchetgarh, Jammu
Joura is a village situated in the Suchetgarh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from R.s.pora and around 35 km from Jammu. Jeora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Joura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joura is 006165. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.9 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Joura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joura
According to the 2011 Census, Joura village had a total population of 489 people, including 241 males and 248 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.31%, with male literacy at 68.95% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 487.
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 | 489 | 241 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 239 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 110 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Joura
Joura 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 Joura
Joura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 R.s.pora to Joura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Joura is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Joura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Joura
Where is Joura located?
Joura village is located in Suchetgarh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Joura?
The Halqa Panchayat of Joura is Jeora.
What is the pincode of Joura?
The pincode of Joura is 181102.
What is the population of Joura?
Joura had a total population of 489, including 241 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Joura?
Joura had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joura was 62.31%. Male literacy was 68.95% and female literacy was 56.00%.