Gijorra - Chinour, Gwalior
Gijorra is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Maina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gijorra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gijorra is 454347. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.37 hectares and falls under the 475115 pincode. Dabra is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gijorra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gijorra
According to the 2011 Census, Gijorra village had a total population of 187 people, including 102 males and 85 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.94%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 64.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 64 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Gijorra
Gijorra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rijhora | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Berkheda | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Daulatpur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Maina | East | 1.83 km |
| Doni | South | 2.88 km |
| Birgawan | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Gharsondi | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Nonki Saray | East | 2.97 km |
| Bhadeshwar | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Sirsula | West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gijorra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gijorra. The nearest railway station is Antri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dabra to Gijorra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Gijorra is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gijorra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gijorra 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 Gijorra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gijorra 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 Gijorra
Where is Gijorra located?
Gijorra village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gijorra?
The Gram Panchayat of Gijorra is Maina.
What is the pincode of Gijorra?
The pincode of Gijorra is 475115.
What is the population of Gijorra?
Gijorra had a total population of 187, including 102 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Gijorra?
Gijorra had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gijorra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gijorra was 68.94%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 64.38%.