Jeur - Karmala, Solapur
Jeur is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Jeur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeur is 561866. The village covers a total geographical area of 1109.29 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jeur
As per Census 2011, Jeur village has a total population of 6,880 people, consisting of 3,602 males and 3,278 females. The village has 1,491 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 818 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,243 literate and 1,637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,880 | 3,602 | 3,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 818 | 462 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 474 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 5,243 | 2,911 | 2,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,637 | 691 | 946 |
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 | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Lavhe | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Kondhej | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Shetphal | West | 4.70 km |
| Pophalaj | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Dahigaon | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Warkatne | East | 6.78 km |
| Nimbhore | East | 7.12 km |
| Bhalavni | South-East | 7.18 km |
| Zare | North-West | 8.11 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 Jeur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Jeur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Jeur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karmala 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 413202.
What is the population of Jeur?
Jeur has a total population of 6,880, including 3,602 males and 3,278 females.
How many households are there in Jeur?
There are 1,491 households in Jeur.
What is the literacy rate in Jeur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeur is 76.21%. Male literacy is 80.82% and female literacy is 71.14%.