Positra - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Positra is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Dwarka and around 170 km from Jamnagar. Positra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Positra is 513451. The village covers a total geographical area of 4476.35 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Mithapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Positra 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 Positra
According to the 2011 Census, Positra village had a total population of 1,719 people, including 899 males and 820 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.62%, with male literacy at 57.52% and female literacy at 38.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 1,719 | 899 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 436 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 463 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Positra
Positra 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 Positra
Positra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Positra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mithapur to Positra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Positra is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Positra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Positra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Positra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Positra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Positra
Where is Positra located?
Positra village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Positra?
Positra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Positra?
The pincode of Positra is 361335.
What is the population of Positra?
Positra had a total population of 1,719, including 899 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Positra?
Positra had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Positra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Positra was 48.62%. Male literacy was 57.52% and female literacy was 38.94%.