Jeur - Ajra, Kolhapur
Jeur is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chitale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jeur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeur is 567960. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jeur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jeur
As per Census 2011, Jeur village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 191 males and 211 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 191 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 132 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 59 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Jeur
Jeur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chafavade | East | 1.59 km |
| Kasar Kandgaon | North | 2.14 km |
| Polgaon | West | 2.24 km |
| Chitale | South | 2.25 km |
| Uchangi | East | 2.96 km |
| Erandol | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Murude | North | 3.31 km |
| Khanapur | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Alabadevi | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Deulwadi | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jeur
Jeur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Jeur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Jeur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jeur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeur 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 Jeur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jeur
Where is Jeur located?
Jeur village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jeur is Chitale.
What is the pincode of Jeur?
The pincode of Jeur is 416504.
What is the population of Jeur?
Jeur has a total population of 402, including 191 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Jeur?
There are 105 households in Jeur.
What is the literacy rate in Jeur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeur is 57.71%. Male literacy is 69.11% and female literacy is 47.39%.