Jira
Jira is a village located in Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Savar Kundla (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Jira village is also a gram panchayat.
Jira has its own place in the vibrant Amreli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jira is 515751. The village spans a total geographical area of 2226.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365660. Savar Kundla is nearest town to Jira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jira village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jira
Population of Jira
Below is a concise population overview of Jira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 983 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 85 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 732 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 251 | 399 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jira village:
- The total population of Jira village is around 1,921, including approximately 983 males and 938 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Jira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jira village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jira village is about 66.16%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 57.46%.
- There are around 457 households in Jira village.
Connectivity of Jira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jira. As per the 2011 stats, Jira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jira
Knowing the nearby villages of Jira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jira
- Where is Jira located?
- Jira village is situated in Savar Kundla Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jira?
- Jira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jira?
- The pincode of Jira is 365660, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jira is 1,921, with 983 males and 938 females.
- How many households are there in Jira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jira village has a total of 457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jira is 66.16%. The male literacy rate is 74.47%, while the female literacy rate is 57.46%.