Jara - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Jara is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Teiyamar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jara is 458449. The village covers a total geographical area of 1355.98 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jara
According to the 2011 Census, Jara village had a total population of 274 people, including 151 males and 123 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.66%, with male literacy at 61.74% and female literacy at 39.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 274 | 151 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 71 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 80 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Jara
Jara 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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Buxwaha to Jara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Jara is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jara
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jara
Where is Jara located?
Jara village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jara is Teiyamar.
What is the pincode of Jara?
The pincode of Jara is 471318.
What is the population of Jara?
Jara had a total population of 274, including 151 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Jara?
Jara had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jara was 51.66%. Male literacy was 61.74% and female literacy was 39.58%.