Jura Khurd - Sagri, Azamgarh
Jura Khurd is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Juda Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jura Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jura Khurd is 192610. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.38 hectares and falls under the 276124 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jura Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jura Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Jura Khurd village had a total population of 1,209 people, including 600 males and 609 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.84%, with male literacy at 78.17% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 471.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,209 | 600 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 237 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 401 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 199 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Jura Khurd
Jura Khurd 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 Jura Khurd
Jura Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mahrajganj to Jura Khurd is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Jura Khurd is about 40 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 Jura Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jura Khurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jura Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jura Khurd 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jura Khurd
Where is Jura Khurd located?
Jura Khurd village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jura Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Jura Khurd is Juda Khurd.
What is the pincode of Jura Khurd?
The pincode of Jura Khurd is 276124.
What is the population of Jura Khurd?
Jura Khurd had a total population of 1,209, including 600 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Jura Khurd?
Jura Khurd had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jura Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jura Khurd was 67.84%. Male literacy was 78.17% and female literacy was 57.50%.