Juriya - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Juriya is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Baldih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juriya is 213206. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.42 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Juriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Juriya
According to the 2011 Census, Juriya village had a total population of 216 people, including 109 males and 107 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.76%, with male literacy at 58.33% and female literacy at 49.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 60 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Juriya
Juriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolakari | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Dugaulia | South | 2.14 km |
| Baraganwa | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Baldeeh | North | 2.29 km |
| Onauli | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Tendui | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Obaradih | North | 2.59 km |
| Silahata | North | 2.72 km |
| Bichhwar | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Kewata | North-West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juriya
Juriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agori Khas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Juriya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juriya 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 Juriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juriya 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 Juriya
Where is Juriya located?
Juriya village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Juriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Juriya is Baldih.
What is the pincode of Juriya?
The pincode of Juriya is 231210.
What is the population of Juriya?
Juriya had a total population of 216, including 109 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Juriya?
Juriya had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juriya was 53.76%. Male literacy was 58.33% and female literacy was 49.44%.