Javal - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Javal is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Javal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Javal is 508253. The village covers a total geographical area of 507.92 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Javal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Javal
As per Census 2011, Javal village has a total population of 2,125 people, consisting of 1,094 males and 1,031 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Javal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,125 | 1,094 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 213 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 202 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 651 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 443 | 682 |
Nearby Villages of Javal
Javal 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 Javal
Public transport in the Javal 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 Deesa to Javal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Javal is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Javal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Javal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Javal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Javal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Javal
Where is Javal located?
Javal village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Javal?
Javal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Javal?
The pincode of Javal is 385535.
What is the population of Javal?
Javal has a total population of 2,125, including 1,094 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Javal?
There are 431 households in Javal.
What is the literacy rate in Javal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Javal is 47.06%. Male literacy is 59.51% and female literacy is 33.85%.