Chhera - Joura, Morena
Chhera is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Chhria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhera is 452416. The village covers a total geographical area of 608 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhera
As per Census 2011, Chhera village has a total population of 4,010 people, consisting of 2,125 males and 1,885 females. The village has 840 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,382 literate and 1,628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 850 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,010 | 2,125 | 1,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 337 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 850 | 440 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,382 | 1,523 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,628 | 602 | 1,026 |
Nearby Villages of Chhera
Chhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urhera | West | 1.30 km |
| Kakardha | East | 1.92 km |
| Imaliya | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Dongarpur | South | 2.19 km |
| Jafrabad | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Manpur Prithvi | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Badona | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Chirayatni | South | 3.30 km |
| Chachiha | West | 3.41 km |
| Bilgaon Chaudhari | South-West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhera
Chhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thara, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joura to Chhera is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Chhera is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhera 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 Chhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhera 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 Chhera
Where is Chhera located?
Chhera village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhera is Chhria.
What is the pincode of Chhera?
The pincode of Chhera is 476221.
What is the population of Chhera?
Chhera has a total population of 4,010, including 2,125 males and 1,885 females.
How many households are there in Chhera?
There are 840 households in Chhera.
What is the literacy rate in Chhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhera is 59.40%. Male literacy is 71.67% and female literacy is 45.57%.