Pachokhara Village - Joura, Morena
Pachokhara is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Pachokhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachokhara is 452277. The village covers a total geographical area of 582 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Kailaras is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pachokhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachokhara
As per Census 2011, Pachokhara village has a total population of 3,119 people, consisting of 1,704 males and 1,415 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 531 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 1,297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,874 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachokhara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,119 | 1,704 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 298 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,874 | 1,035 | 839 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,175 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,297 | 529 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Pachokhara
Pachokhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherli | East | 2.01 km |
| Kheda Kalan | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Japthap | North | 2.92 km |
| Kheda Huseinpur | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Chinnoni Chambal | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Hatipura | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Kirawali Jadid | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Khedator [khera Jagir] | South | 3.68 km |
| Tindokhar | North | 3.99 km |
| Jarena Mangarh | East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pachokhara
Pachokhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kailaras, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kailaras to Pachokhara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Pachokhara 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 Pachokhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachokhara 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 Pachokhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachokhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pachokhara
Where is Pachokhara located?
Pachokhara village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachokhara?
Pachokhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pachokhara?
The pincode of Pachokhara is 476221.
What is the population of Pachokhara?
Pachokhara has a total population of 3,119, including 1,704 males and 1,415 females.
How many households are there in Pachokhara?
There are 756 households in Pachokhara.
What is the literacy rate in Pachokhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachokhara is 58.42%. Male literacy is 68.96% and female literacy is 45.72%.