Jerawan - Karera, Shivpuri
Jerawan is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. Ukayala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jerawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jerawan is 455623. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town.
Jerawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jerawan
As per Census 2011, Jerawan village has a total population of 1,521 people, consisting of 833 males and 688 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 440 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jerawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,521 | 833 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 169 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 54 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 221 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 457 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 376 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Jerawan
Jerawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tharkhera | North | 2.94 km |
| Amol Patha | South | 3.46 km |
| Patha | East | 3.78 km |
| Ukayala | West | 4.57 km |
| Nayagaon | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Paragarh | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Jayanagar | South-East | 5.73 km |
| Chakrampur | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Shergarh | North | 6.32 km |
| Bhimpur | North-West | 6.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jerawan
Jerawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Shivpuri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Jerawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jerawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jerawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jerawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jerawan
Where is Jerawan located?
Jerawan village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jerawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jerawan is Ukayala.
What is the pincode of Jerawan?
The pincode of Jerawan is 473660.
What is the population of Jerawan?
Jerawan has a total population of 1,521, including 833 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Jerawan?
There are 278 households in Jerawan.
What is the literacy rate in Jerawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jerawan is 45.96%. Male literacy is 54.86% and female literacy is 35.17%.