Jakhwada - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Jakhwada is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Viramgam and around 50 km from Ahmadabad. Jakhwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakhwada is 511536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1925.84 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jakhwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jakhwada
As per Census 2011, Jakhwada village has a total population of 3,717 people, consisting of 1,928 males and 1,789 females. The village has 823 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,233 literate and 1,484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakhwada are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Jakhwada
Jakhwada 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 Jakhwada
Public transport in the Jakhwada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Viramgam to Jakhwada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Jakhwada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakhwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakhwada 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 Jakhwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakhwada 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 Jakhwada
Where is Jakhwada located?
Jakhwada village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakhwada?
Jakhwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jakhwada?
The pincode of Jakhwada is 382150.
What is the population of Jakhwada?
Jakhwada has a total population of 3,717, including 1,928 males and 1,789 females.
How many households are there in Jakhwada?
There are 823 households in Jakhwada.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakhwada is 60.08%. Male literacy is 71.32% and female literacy is 47.96%.