Jira - Dhari, Amreli
Jira is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Jira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jira is 515725. The village covers a total geographical area of 2221.92 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Jira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jira
According to the 2011 Census, Jira village had a total population of 2,426 people, including 1,204 males and 1,222 females, living in 559 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.20%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 63.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 2,426 | 1,204 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 856 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 348 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Jira
Jira 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 Jira
Jira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Savar Kundla to Jira is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Jira is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jira
Where is Jira located?
Jira village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jira?
Jira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jira?
The pincode of Jira is 365640.
What is the population of Jira?
Jira had a total population of 2,426, including 1,204 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Jira?
Jira had 559 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jira was 71.20%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 63.20%.