Mithapur - Jafrabad, Amreli
Mithapur 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. Mithapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mithapur is 515906. The village covers a total geographical area of 1088.23 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Mithapur 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 Mithapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mithapur village had a total population of 1,174 people, including 620 males and 554 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.97%, with male literacy at 69.72% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 1,174 | 620 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 373 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 247 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Mithapur
Mithapur 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 Mithapur
Mithapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Mithapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Mithapur 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 Mithapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mithapur 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 Mithapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mithapur 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 Mithapur
Where is Mithapur located?
Mithapur village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mithapur?
Mithapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mithapur?
The pincode of Mithapur is 365730.
What is the population of Mithapur?
Mithapur had a total population of 1,174, including 620 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Mithapur?
Mithapur had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mithapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mithapur was 56.97%. Male literacy was 69.72% and female literacy was 42.86%.