Jira - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Jira is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Jira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jira is 515751. The village covers a total geographical area of 2226.9 hectares and falls under the 364521 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jira 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 Jira
As per Census 2011, Jira village has a total population of 1,921 people, consisting of 983 males and 938 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,271 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 983 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 85 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 732 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 251 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Jira
Jira 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 Jira
Jira 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 Jira is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Jira is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jira 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 Jira
Where is Jira located?
Jira village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jira?
Jira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jira?
The pincode of Jira is 364521.
What is the population of Jira?
Jira has a total population of 1,921, including 983 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Jira?
There are 457 households in Jira.
What is the literacy rate in Jira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jira is 66.16%. Male literacy is 74.47% and female literacy is 57.46%.