Era - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Era is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Aera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Era village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Era is 469804. The village covers a total geographical area of 1308 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Era village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Era
According to the 2011 Census, Era village had a total population of 2,417 people, including 1,239 males and 1,178 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 85.43% and female literacy at 50.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 2,417 | 1,239 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 145 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,477 | 944 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 295 | 645 |
Nearby Villages of Era
Era 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piplya Dhakad | East | 2.65 km |
| Nipanya | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Chikla | South | 3.21 km |
| Rajakhedi | West | 3.51 km |
| Risthal | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Boliya | North | 3.75 km |
| Kayampur | West | 4.27 km |
| Vishanya | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Sedhra Karnali | East | 4.52 km |
| Nataram | South-West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Era
Era is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sitamau to Era is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Era 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 Era
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Era 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Era
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Era village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Era
Where is Era located?
Era village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Era?
The Gram Panchayat of Era is Aera.
What is the pincode of Era?
The pincode of Era is 458558.
What is the population of Era?
Era had a total population of 2,417, including 1,239 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Era?
Era had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Era?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Era was 68.28%. Male literacy was 85.43% and female literacy was 50.38%.