Jalund - Gandhinagar
Jalund is a village situated in the Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Gandhinagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jalund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalund is 511252. The village covers a total geographical area of 544.91 hectares and falls under the 382640 pincode. Kalol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jalund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhinagar North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalund
As per Census 2011, Jalund village has a total population of 2,113 people, consisting of 1,100 males and 1,013 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,687 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,113 | 1,100 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,687 | 919 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 181 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Jalund
Jalund 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 Jalund
Jalund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalol to Jalund is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Jalund is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalund
Where is Jalund located?
Jalund village is located in Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalund?
Jalund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalund?
The pincode of Jalund is 382640.
What is the population of Jalund?
Jalund has a total population of 2,113, including 1,100 males and 1,013 females.
How many households are there in Jalund?
There are 417 households in Jalund.
What is the literacy rate in Jalund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalund is 79.84%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 75.81%.