Jorapura Bhakhar - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Jorapura Bhakhar is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jorapura Bhakhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jorapura Bhakhar is 508112. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.73 hectares and falls under the 385510 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jorapura Bhakhar 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 Jorapura Bhakhar
According to the 2011 Census, Jorapura Bhakhar village had a total population of 564 people, including 290 males and 274 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.96%, with male literacy at 87.65% and female literacy at 51.06%.
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 | 564 | 290 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 220 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 70 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Jorapura Bhakhar
Jorapura Bhakhar 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 Jorapura Bhakhar
Public transport in the Jorapura Bhakhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Jorapura Bhakhar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jorapura Bhakhar is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jorapura Bhakhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jorapura Bhakhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jorapura Bhakhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jorapura Bhakhar 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 Jorapura Bhakhar
Where is Jorapura Bhakhar located?
Jorapura Bhakhar village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jorapura Bhakhar?
Jorapura Bhakhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jorapura Bhakhar?
The pincode of Jorapura Bhakhar is 385510.
What is the population of Jorapura Bhakhar?
Jorapura Bhakhar had a total population of 564, including 290 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Jorapura Bhakhar?
Jorapura Bhakhar had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jorapura Bhakhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jorapura Bhakhar was 69.96%. Male literacy was 87.65% and female literacy was 51.06%.