Jakhwada
Jakhwada is a village located in Viramgam taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Viramgam (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Jakhwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Jakhwada has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jakhwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhwada is 511536. The village spans a total geographical area of 1925.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382150. Viramgam is nearest town to Jakhwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jakhwada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jakhwada
Population of Jakhwada
Below is a concise population overview of Jakhwada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,717 | 1,928 | 1,789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 250 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 209 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,233 | 1,375 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,484 | 553 | 931 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jakhwada village:
- The total population of Jakhwada village is around 3,717, including approximately 1,928 males and 1,789 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 489 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jakhwada village has 417 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jakhwada village is about 60.08%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 47.96%.
- There are around 823 households in Jakhwada village.
Connectivity of Jakhwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhwada. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jakhwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhwada
- Where is Jakhwada located?
- Jakhwada village is situated in Viramgam Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakhwada?
- Jakhwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jakhwada?
- The pincode of Jakhwada is 382150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakhwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhwada is 3,717, with 1,928 males and 1,789 females.
- How many households are there in Jakhwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakhwada village has a total of 823 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakhwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhwada is 60.08%. The male literacy rate is 71.32%, while the female literacy rate is 47.96%.