Jara Tola - Baihar, Balaghat
Jara Tola is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Jaitpuri (f) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jara Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jara Tola is 498272. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.62 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Jara Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jara Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Jara Tola village had a total population of 109 people, including 62 males and 47 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 57.50% and female literacy at 42.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 22 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 39 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jara Tola
Jara Tola 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 Jara Tola
Jara Tola 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 >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 Baihar to Jara Tola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Jara Tola is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jara Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jara Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jara Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jara Tola 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 Jara Tola
Where is Jara Tola located?
Jara Tola village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jara Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Jara Tola is Jaitpuri (f).
What is the pincode of Jara Tola?
The pincode of Jara Tola is 481117.
What is the population of Jara Tola?
Jara Tola had a total population of 109, including 62 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Jara Tola?
Jara Tola had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jara Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jara Tola was 50.00%. Male literacy was 57.50% and female literacy was 42.50%.