Jaliya(Amaraji) - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Jaliya(Amaraji) is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Jaliya(Amaraji) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaliya(Amaraji) is 516521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1226.24 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jaliya(Amaraji) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaliya(Amaraji)
As per Census 2011, Jaliya(Amaraji) village has a total population of 2,424 people, consisting of 1,258 males and 1,166 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,405 literate and 1,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaliya(Amaraji) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,424 | 1,258 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 213 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 848 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 410 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Jaliya(Amaraji)
Jaliya(Amaraji) 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 Jaliya(Amaraji)
Public transport in the Jaliya(Amaraji) 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 Palitana to Jaliya(Amaraji) is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Jaliya(Amaraji) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaliya(Amaraji)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaliya(Amaraji) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaliya(Amaraji)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaliya(Amaraji) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaliya(Amaraji)
Where is Jaliya(Amaraji) located?
Jaliya(Amaraji) village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaliya(Amaraji)?
Jaliya(Amaraji) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaliya(Amaraji)?
The pincode of Jaliya(Amaraji) is 364270.
What is the population of Jaliya(Amaraji)?
Jaliya(Amaraji) has a total population of 2,424, including 1,258 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Jaliya(Amaraji)?
There are 388 households in Jaliya(Amaraji).
What is the literacy rate in Jaliya(Amaraji)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaliya(Amaraji) is 57.96%. Male literacy is 67.41% and female literacy is 47.77%.