Jeur - Akkalkot, Solapur
Jeur is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Jeur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeur is 562808. The village covers a total geographical area of 5638 hectares and falls under the 413219 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jeur
As per Census 2011, Jeur village has a total population of 8,643 people, consisting of 4,408 males and 4,235 females. The village has 1,663 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,859 literate and 3,784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 939 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,643 | 4,408 | 4,235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,202 | 631 | 571 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 454 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 204 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 4,859 | 2,862 | 1,997 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,784 | 1,546 | 2,238 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeurwadi | East | 3.89 km |
| Jainapur | West | 3.97 km |
| Hanjagi | North | 4.82 km |
| Dodyal | East | 5.03 km |
| Handral | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Gaudgaon Bk. | South | 5.33 km |
| Kadabgaon | South-East | 5.73 km |
| Ingalgi | North-West | 5.96 km |
| Shirval | West | 6.22 km |
| Byagehalli | North-East | 6.43 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 Akalkot Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Jeur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Jeur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeur?
Jeur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jeur?
The pincode of Jeur is 413219.
What is the population of Jeur?
Jeur has a total population of 8,643, including 4,408 males and 4,235 females.
How many households are there in Jeur?
There are 1,663 households in Jeur.
What is the literacy rate in Jeur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeur is 56.22%. Male literacy is 64.93% and female literacy is 47.15%.