Joran - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Joran is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Joran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joran is 457696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1739.55 hectares and falls under the 471111 pincode. Harpalpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Joran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joran
As per Census 2011, Joran village has a total population of 1,814 people, consisting of 971 males and 843 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 890 literate and 924 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,814 | 971 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 188 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 178 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 570 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 401 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Joran
Joran 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 Joran
Joran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Harpalpur to Joran is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Joran is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joran 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 Joran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joran 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 Joran
Where is Joran located?
Joran village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joran?
Joran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Joran?
The pincode of Joran is 471111.
What is the population of Joran?
Joran has a total population of 1,814, including 971 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Joran?
There are 339 households in Joran.
What is the literacy rate in Joran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joran is 49.06%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 37.96%.