Roora - Seondha, Datia
Roora is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Rubaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roora is 454449. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.84 hectares and falls under the 475673 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Roora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Roora
According to the 2011 Census, Roora village had a total population of 552 people, including 310 males and 242 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.63%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 44.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 552 | 310 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 176 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 134 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Roora
Roora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rubaha | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Basaijeev | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Dhorri | North | 1.83 km |
| Pahadi | West | 2.36 km |
| Marsenibuzurg | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Cheena | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Tharet | South | 3.48 km |
| Charokhara | East | 3.65 km |
| Todapahad | West | 3.72 km |
| Chapra | South-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roora
Roora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dabra, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 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 Seondha to Roora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Roora is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roora 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 Roora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roora 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 Roora
Where is Roora located?
Roora village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roora?
The Gram Panchayat of Roora is Rubaha.
What is the pincode of Roora?
The pincode of Roora is 475673.
What is the population of Roora?
Roora had a total population of 552, including 310 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Roora?
Roora had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roora was 57.63%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 44.02%.