Jerua - Margo Munda, Deoghar
Jerua is a village situated in the Margo Munda subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margo Munda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bansimi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jerua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jerua is 354683. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 815353 pincode.
Jerua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jerua
According to the 2011 Census, Jerua village had a total population of 61 people, including 32 males and 29 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Jerua
Jerua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolhua | South-East | 0.52 km |
| Bara Luciyo | North-West | 0.62 km |
| Kushmaha | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Chatrama | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Tarajori | North | 1.29 km |
| Baghmara | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Gaganpur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Asnasingha | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Budhudih | South | 1.83 km |
| Bara Charpa | North-West | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jerua
Jerua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Krishna Ballabh, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Jerua is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jerua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jerua 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 Jerua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jerua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jerua
Where is Jerua located?
Jerua village is located in Margo Munda Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerua is Bansimi.
What is the pincode of Jerua?
The pincode of Jerua is 815353.
What is the population of Jerua?
Jerua had a total population of 61, including 32 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Jerua?
Jerua had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jerua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jerua was 68.09%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 55.00%.