Hemal - Jafrabad, Amreli
Hemal is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Hemal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemal is 515903. The village covers a total geographical area of 1231.48 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Hemal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hemal
According to the 2011 Census, Hemal village had a total population of 3,415 people, including 1,745 males and 1,670 females, living in 605 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 586.
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 | 3,415 | 1,745 | 1,670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 210 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 300 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,939 | 1,135 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,476 | 610 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Hemal
Hemal 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 Hemal
Hemal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hemal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Hemal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Hemal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hemal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hemal
Where is Hemal located?
Hemal village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemal?
Hemal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hemal?
The pincode of Hemal is 365730.
What is the population of Hemal?
Hemal had a total population of 3,415, including 1,745 males and 1,670 females.
How many households are there in Hemal?
Hemal had 605 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hemal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemal was 65.31%. Male literacy was 73.94% and female literacy was 56.07%.