Jitpur - Danta, Banas Kantha
Jitpur is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Jitpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitpur is 507996. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.38 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 65 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jitpur
As per Census 2011, Jitpur village has a total population of 2,105 people, consisting of 1,065 males and 1,040 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,215 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jitpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,105 | 1,065 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 135 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 126 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 719 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 346 | 544 |
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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Jitpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jitpur
Where is Jitpur located?
Jitpur village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jitpur?
Jitpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jitpur?
The pincode of Jitpur is 385120.
What is the population of Jitpur?
Jitpur has a total population of 2,105, including 1,065 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Jitpur?
There are 463 households in Jitpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitpur is 57.72%. Male literacy is 67.51% and female literacy is 47.69%.