Joura - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Joura is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Dasua and around 32 km from Hoshiarpur. Jaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joura is 030686. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Joura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joura
As per Census 2011, Joura village has a total population of 1,848 people, consisting of 945 males and 903 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,420 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,089 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,848 | 945 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 112 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 579 | 510 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 740 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 205 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Joura
Joura 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 Joura
Joura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Joura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Joura is about 32 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 Joura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Joura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joura 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 Joura
Where is Joura located?
Joura village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joura?
The Gram Panchayat of Joura is Jaura.
What is the pincode of Joura?
The pincode of Joura is 144216.
What is the population of Joura?
Joura has a total population of 1,848, including 945 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Joura?
There are 411 households in Joura.
What is the literacy rate in Joura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joura is 76.84%. Male literacy is 78.31% and female literacy is 75.30%.