Jherda - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Jherda is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Jherda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jherda is 508266. The village covers a total geographical area of 2886.27 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jherda 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 Jherda
As per Census 2011, Jherda village has a total population of 9,292 people, consisting of 4,712 males and 4,580 females. The village has 1,630 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,689 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,341 literate and 4,951 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jherda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,292 | 4,712 | 4,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,689 | 900 | 789 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,309 | 654 | 655 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 121 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 4,341 | 2,642 | 1,699 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,951 | 2,070 | 2,881 |
Nearby Villages of Jherda
Jherda 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 Jherda
Jherda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jherda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Jherda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jherda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jherda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jherda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jherda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jherda 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Jherda
Where is Jherda located?
Jherda village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jherda?
Jherda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jherda?
The pincode of Jherda is 385535.
What is the population of Jherda?
Jherda has a total population of 9,292, including 4,712 males and 4,580 females.
How many households are there in Jherda?
There are 1,630 households in Jherda.
What is the literacy rate in Jherda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jherda is 46.72%. Male literacy is 56.07% and female literacy is 37.10%.