Jitkora - Palera, Tikamgarh
Jitkora is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Niboura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jitkora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitkora is 456947. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.61 hectares and falls under the 472118 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jitkora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jitkora
As per Census 2011, Jitkora village has a total population of 772 people, consisting of 391 males and 381 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jitkora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 772 | 391 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 268 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 123 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Jitkora
Jitkora 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 Jitkora
Jitkora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jitkora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palera to Jitkora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Jitkora is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jitkora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jitkora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jitkora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jitkora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jitkora
Where is Jitkora located?
Jitkora village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jitkora?
The Gram Panchayat of Jitkora is Niboura.
What is the pincode of Jitkora?
The pincode of Jitkora is 472118.
What is the population of Jitkora?
Jitkora has a total population of 772, including 391 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Jitkora?
There are 166 households in Jitkora.
What is the literacy rate in Jitkora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitkora is 56.74%. Male literacy is 68.54% and female literacy is 44.62%.