Jejad - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Jejad is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Jejad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jejad is 515786. The village covers a total geographical area of 996.67 hectares and falls under the 364525 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jejad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jejad
As per Census 2011, Jejad village has a total population of 1,733 people, consisting of 881 males and 852 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,230 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jejad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,733 | 881 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 76 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 136 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 688 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 193 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Jejad
Jejad 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 Jejad
Jejad 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 Savar Kundla to Jejad is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Jejad is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jejad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jejad 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 Jejad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jejad 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 Jejad
Where is Jejad located?
Jejad village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jejad?
Jejad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jejad?
The pincode of Jejad is 364525.
What is the population of Jejad?
Jejad has a total population of 1,733, including 881 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Jejad?
There are 346 households in Jejad.
What is the literacy rate in Jejad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jejad is 70.98%. Male literacy is 78.09% and female literacy is 63.62%.