Jahoor - Rajpur, Barwani
Jahoor is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Jahur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahoor is 478367. The village covers a total geographical area of 1414.44 hectares and falls under the 451770 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jahoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jahoor
According to the 2011 Census, Jahoor village had a total population of 2,077 people, including 1,019 males and 1,058 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.32%, with male literacy at 63.85% and female literacy at 45.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,032.
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 | 2,077 | 1,019 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 178 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,032 | 995 | 1,037 |
| Literate Population | 931 | 537 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,146 | 482 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Jahoor
Jahoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghegaon | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Chitawal | South | 3.81 km |
| Temla | North | 3.85 km |
| Panyadad [ghegaon] | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Badsalaya | West | 4.25 km |
| Julwaniya | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Jhiranya | North | 4.61 km |
| Sangwi (than) | West | 5.23 km |
| Khurampura | North | 5.91 km |
| Bhamori Buzurg | South-East | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jahoor
Jahoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| 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 Rajpur to Jahoor is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Jahoor is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jahoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jahoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jahoor
Where is Jahoor located?
Jahoor village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahoor is Jahur.
What is the pincode of Jahoor?
The pincode of Jahoor is 451770.
What is the population of Jahoor?
Jahoor had a total population of 2,077, including 1,019 males and 1,058 females.
How many households are there in Jahoor?
Jahoor had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jahoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahoor was 54.32%. Male literacy was 63.85% and female literacy was 45.13%.