Juvangadh - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Juvangadh is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Khambhalia and around 75 km from Jamnagar. Juvangadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juvangadh is 513535. The village covers a total geographical area of 1558.98 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Juvangadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juvangadh
As per Census 2011, Juvangadh village has a total population of 1,972 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 959 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,129 literate and 843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juvangadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,972 | 1,013 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 145 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 679 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 334 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Juvangadh
Juvangadh 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 Juvangadh
Public transport in the Juvangadh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Juvangadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Juvangadh is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Juvangadh 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 Juvangadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juvangadh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Juvangadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juvangadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Juvangadh
Where is Juvangadh located?
Juvangadh village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juvangadh?
Juvangadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juvangadh?
The pincode of Juvangadh is 361305.
What is the population of Juvangadh?
Juvangadh has a total population of 1,972, including 1,013 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Juvangadh?
There are 340 households in Juvangadh.
What is the literacy rate in Juvangadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juvangadh is 57.25%. Male literacy is 67.03% and female literacy is 46.92%.