Jaora - Athner, Betul
Jaora is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Jawara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaora is 485463. The village covers a total geographical area of 930.66 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jaora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Betul Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jaora
As per Census 2011, Jaora village has a total population of 2,499 people, consisting of 1,268 males and 1,231 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,622 literate and 877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,499 | 1,268 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 157 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 917 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 351 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Jaora
Jaora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijasani | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Gunkhed | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Thani | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Gujarmal | South | 3.69 km |
| Tipnapur | North | 3.96 km |
| Musakhedi | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Mandhvi | West | 4.21 km |
| Gudhi | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Sawangi | South-West | 5.40 km |
| Borpani | North-West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaora
Jaora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betul, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athner to Jaora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Jaora 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 Jaora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaora 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jaora
Where is Jaora located?
Jaora village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaora?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaora is Jawara.
What is the pincode of Jaora?
The pincode of Jaora is 460110.
What is the population of Jaora?
Jaora has a total population of 2,499, including 1,268 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Jaora?
There are 543 households in Jaora.
What is the literacy rate in Jaora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaora is 64.91%. Male literacy is 72.32% and female literacy is 57.27%.