Jira
About Jira
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jira village is 515725. Jira village is located in Dhari taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dhari (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Jira village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2221.92 hectares. Jira has a total population of 2,426 peoples, out of which male population is 1,204 while female population is 1,222. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1014 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jira village is 64.10% out of which 71.10% males and 57.20% females are literate. There are about 559 houses in jira village. Pincode of jira village locality is 365660.
When it comes to administration, Jira village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jira village comes under Dhari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Amreli Lok Sabha constituency. Savar Kundla is nearest town to jira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Jira
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,426 | 1,204 | 1,222 |
| Children (0-6) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 856 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 348 | 523 |
Connectivity of Jira
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jira
Where is Jira located?
Jira village is situated in Dhari Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jira?
Jira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jira?
The pincode of Jira is 365660, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jira is 2,426, with 1,204 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Jira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jira village has a total of 559 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jira is 64.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.10%, while the female literacy rate is 57.20%.