Jhumfali - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Jhumfali is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Danta and around 60 km from Palanpur. Rupvas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhumfali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhumfali is 507843. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.83 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Jhumfali 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 Jhumfali
According to the 2011 Census, Jhumfali village had a total population of 674 people, including 346 males and 328 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.99%, with male literacy at 39.59% and female literacy at 26.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 674.
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 | 674 | 346 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 101 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 674 | 346 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 97 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 249 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Jhumfali
Jhumfali 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 Jhumfali
Jhumfali 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 Ambaji to Jhumfali is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jhumfali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhumfali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhumfali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhumfali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhumfali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhumfali
Where is Jhumfali located?
Jhumfali village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhumfali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhumfali is Rupvas.
What is the pincode of Jhumfali?
The pincode of Jhumfali is 385120.
What is the population of Jhumfali?
Jhumfali had a total population of 674, including 346 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Jhumfali?
Jhumfali had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhumfali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhumfali was 32.99%. Male literacy was 39.59% and female literacy was 26.34%.