Jurtara - Seoni
Jurtara is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jurtara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurtara is 496677. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.14 hectares and falls under the 480882 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Jurtara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keolari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jurtara
As per Census 2011, Jurtara village has a total population of 1,109 people, consisting of 550 males and 559 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jurtara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,109 | 550 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 141 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 417 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 133 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Jurtara
Jurtara 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 Jurtara
Jurtara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Seoni to Jurtara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jurtara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurtara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jurtara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurtara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jurtara
Where is Jurtara located?
Jurtara village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurtara?
Jurtara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jurtara?
The pincode of Jurtara is 480882.
What is the population of Jurtara?
Jurtara has a total population of 1,109, including 550 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Jurtara?
There are 188 households in Jurtara.
What is the literacy rate in Jurtara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurtara is 64.83%. Male literacy is 75.82% and female literacy is 54.03%.