Paura - Majholi, Jabalpur
Paura is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Murkuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paura is 489180. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.61 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Paura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paura
According to the 2011 Census, Paura village had a total population of 131 people, including 67 males and 64 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 61.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 26 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Paura
Paura 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 Paura
Paura 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 | 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 Majholi to Paura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Paura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paura
Where is Paura located?
Paura village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paura?
The Gram Panchayat of Paura is Murkuru.
What is the pincode of Paura?
The pincode of Paura is 483336.
What is the population of Paura?
Paura had a total population of 131, including 67 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Paura?
Paura had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paura was 67.57%. Male literacy was 73.21% and female literacy was 61.82%.