Jurpania - Bengabad, Giridih
Jurpania is a village situated in the Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Bhalkudar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jurpania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurpania is 351591. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.86 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Jurpania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jurpania
According to the 2011 Census, Jurpania village had a total population of 546 people, including 284 males and 262 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.43%, with male literacy at 70.34% and female literacy at 44.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 546 | 284 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 184 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 166 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 118 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Jurpania
Jurpania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bansjor | South | 0.88 km |
| Purri | North | 1.01 km |
| Baramo | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Chirudih | North | 1.77 km |
| Jiynpur | North | 1.97 km |
| Rangamati | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Naiadabar | East | 2.24 km |
| Bhalkudar | East | 2.38 km |
| Madnutanr | North | 2.44 km |
| Khariodih | West | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jurpania
Public transport in the Jurpania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maheshmunda, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 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 Giridih to Jurpania 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 Jurpania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurpania 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jurpania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurpania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jurpania
Where is Jurpania located?
Jurpania village is located in Bengabad Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jurpania?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurpania is Bhalkudar.
What is the pincode of Jurpania?
The pincode of Jurpania is 815312.
What is the population of Jurpania?
Jurpania had a total population of 546, including 284 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Jurpania?
Jurpania had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurpania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurpania was 58.43%. Male literacy was 70.34% and female literacy was 44.98%.