Jorapura - Sedwa, Barmer
Jorapura is a village situated in the Sedwa tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 63 km from Chohtan and around 113 km from Barmer. Bandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jorapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jorapura is 089004. The village covers a total geographical area of 749.96 hectares and falls under the 344706 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Jorapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jorapura
As per Census 2011, Jorapura village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 354 males and 291 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jorapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 354 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 80 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 156 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 119 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 235 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Jorapura
Jorapura 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 Jorapura
Jorapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Jorapura is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jorapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jorapura 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 Jorapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jorapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jorapura
Where is Jorapura located?
Jorapura village is located in Sedwa Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jorapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jorapura is Bandha.
What is the pincode of Jorapura?
The pincode of Jorapura is 344706.
What is the population of Jorapura?
Jorapura has a total population of 645, including 354 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Jorapura?
There are 101 households in Jorapura.
What is the literacy rate in Jorapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jorapura is 28.53%. Male literacy is 33.62% and female literacy is 22.34%.