Jikiyali - Khambha, Amreli
Jikiyali is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Jikyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jikiyali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jikiyali is 515832. The village covers a total geographical area of 1101.62 hectares and falls under the 365635 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jikiyali 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 Jikiyali
As per Census 2011, Jikiyali village has a total population of 1,228 people, consisting of 605 males and 623 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jikiyali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 605 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 497 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 108 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Jikiyali
Jikiyali 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 Jikiyali
Jikiyali 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 Jikiyali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Jikiyali is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jikiyali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jikiyali 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 Jikiyali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jikiyali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jikiyali
Where is Jikiyali located?
Jikiyali village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jikiyali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jikiyali is Jikyali.
What is the pincode of Jikiyali?
The pincode of Jikiyali is 365635.
What is the population of Jikiyali?
Jikiyali has a total population of 1,228, including 605 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Jikiyali?
There are 272 households in Jikiyali.
What is the literacy rate in Jikiyali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jikiyali is 75.00%. Male literacy is 82.15% and female literacy is 68.06%.