Jikadri Navi - Jafrabad, Amreli
Jikadri Navi is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Navi Jikadri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jikadri Navi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jikadri Navi is 515905. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.82 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jikadri Navi 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 Jikadri Navi
As per Census 2011, Jikadri Navi village has a total population of 937 people, consisting of 485 males and 452 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jikadri Navi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 | 485 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 255 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 230 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Jikadri Navi
Jikadri Navi 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 Jikadri Navi
Jikadri Navi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Jikadri Navi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Jikadri Navi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jikadri Navi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jikadri Navi 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 Jikadri Navi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jikadri Navi 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 Jikadri Navi
Where is Jikadri Navi located?
Jikadri Navi village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jikadri Navi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jikadri Navi is Navi Jikadri.
What is the pincode of Jikadri Navi?
The pincode of Jikadri Navi is 365730.
What is the population of Jikadri Navi?
Jikadri Navi has a total population of 937, including 485 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Jikadri Navi?
There are 169 households in Jikadri Navi.
What is the literacy rate in Jikadri Navi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jikadri Navi is 38.63%. Male literacy is 52.58% and female literacy is 23.67%.