Jepur - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Jepur is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Kalyanpur and around 120 km from Jamnagar. Asiyavadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jepur is 513986. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.9 hectares and falls under the 361325 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jepur
As per Census 2011, Jepur village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 122 males and 102 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 122 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 87 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Jepur
Jepur 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 Jepur
Public transport in the Jepur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khambhalia to Jepur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Jepur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jepur 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 Jepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jepur
Where is Jepur located?
Jepur village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jepur is Asiyavadar.
What is the pincode of Jepur?
The pincode of Jepur is 361325.
What is the population of Jepur?
Jepur has a total population of 224, including 122 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Jepur?
There are 53 households in Jepur.
What is the literacy rate in Jepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jepur is 66.07%. Male literacy is 71.31% and female literacy is 59.80%.