Jitpur - Meghraj, Arvalli
Jitpur is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Meghraj and around 88 km from Himatnagar. Sisodara (adepur) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitpur is 510375. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.41 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jitpur village had a total population of 611 people, including 314 males and 297 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.35%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 53.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 611 | 314 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 215 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 99 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Jitpur
Jitpur 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 Jitpur
Jitpur 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 Meghraj to Jitpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Jitpur is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jitpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jitpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jitpur
Where is Jitpur located?
Jitpur village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jitpur is Sisodara (adepur).
What is the pincode of Jitpur?
The pincode of Jitpur is 383350.
What is the population of Jitpur?
Jitpur had a total population of 611, including 314 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Jitpur?
Jitpur had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitpur was 66.35%. Male literacy was 78.18% and female literacy was 53.54%.