Jadiya - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Jadiya is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Jadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jadiya is 507632. The village covers a total geographical area of 2289.36 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jadiya
As per Census 2011, Jadiya village has a total population of 5,373 people, consisting of 2,744 males and 2,629 females. The village has 914 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 916 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,705 literate and 2,668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 684 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 461 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,373 | 2,744 | 2,629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 916 | 483 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 684 | 338 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 231 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 2,705 | 1,721 | 984 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,668 | 1,023 | 1,645 |
Nearby Villages of Jadiya
Jadiya 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 Jadiya
Jadiya 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 Dhanera to Jadiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jadiya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jadiya 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 Jadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jadiya
Where is Jadiya located?
Jadiya village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jadiya?
Jadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jadiya?
The pincode of Jadiya is 385310.
What is the population of Jadiya?
Jadiya has a total population of 5,373, including 2,744 males and 2,629 females.
How many households are there in Jadiya?
There are 914 households in Jadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Jadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jadiya is 50.34%. Male literacy is 62.72% and female literacy is 37.43%.