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
According to the 2011 Census, Jira village had a total population of 1,921 people, including 983 males and 938 females, living in 457 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.36%, with male literacy at 81.51% and female literacy at 61.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 1,921 | 983 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 85 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,921, including 983 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Jira?
Jira had 457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jira was 71.36%. Male literacy was 81.51% and female literacy was 61.04%.