Jeora - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Jeora is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Jeora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeora is 125988. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.51 hectares and falls under the 283145 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jeora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jeora
As per Census 2011, Jeora village has a total population of 4,996 people, consisting of 2,672 males and 2,324 females. The village has 748 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,986 literate and 2,010 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jeora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,996 | 2,672 | 2,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 383 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 195 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 2,986 | 1,820 | 1,166 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,010 | 852 | 1,158 |
Nearby Villages of Jeora
Jeora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamrauli | East | 0.99 km |
| Aslempur Biran | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Sarhupur | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Nihalpur | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Ranua Khera | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Saramai | West | 1.80 km |
| Ramnager Rajpur Balai | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Undani | West | 2.03 km |
| Khushalpur | South | 2.18 km |
| Kalyanpur Angadpur | South | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jeora
Jeora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Makkhanpur, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Firozabad to Jeora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Jeora is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jeora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jeora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeora 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jeora
Where is Jeora located?
Jeora village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeora?
Jeora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jeora?
The pincode of Jeora is 283145.
What is the population of Jeora?
Jeora has a total population of 4,996, including 2,672 males and 2,324 females.
How many households are there in Jeora?
There are 748 households in Jeora.
What is the literacy rate in Jeora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeora is 59.77%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 50.17%.