Jahra - Nadoti, Karauli
Jahra is a village situated in the Nadoti tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nadoti and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Pal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahra is 076364. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021.23 hectares and falls under the 322213 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Jahra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jahra
As per Census 2011, Jahra village has a total population of 1,989 people, consisting of 1,070 males and 919 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 901 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jahra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,989 | 1,070 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 175 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 213 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 901 | 482 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 687 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 383 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Jahra
Jahra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhanwarwara | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Bhanwra Gujar | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Guna | North | 2.99 km |
| Khurd | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Machri | East | 3.34 km |
| Dhadanga | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Gothra | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Dalpura | South | 4.17 km |
| Muhana | North | 4.21 km |
| Lalsar | West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jahra
Jahra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chhoti Odai, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Jahra is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Jahra is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jahra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahra 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 Jahra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahra 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 Jahra
Where is Jahra located?
Jahra village is located in Nadoti Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahra is Pal.
What is the pincode of Jahra?
The pincode of Jahra is 322213.
What is the population of Jahra?
Jahra has a total population of 1,989, including 1,070 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Jahra?
There are 371 households in Jahra.
What is the literacy rate in Jahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahra is 50.73%. Male literacy is 64.21% and female literacy is 35.04%.