Vadodra (Jhala) - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Vadodra (Jhala) is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Sutrapada and around 110 km from Junagadh. Vadodra (Jhala) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadodra (Jhala) is 515092. The village covers a total geographical area of 977.75 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vadodra (Jhala) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadodra (Jhala)
As per Census 2011, Vadodra (Jhala) village has a total population of 4,883 people, consisting of 2,489 males and 2,394 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,191 literate and 1,692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadodra (Jhala) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,883 | 2,489 | 2,394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 300 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 307 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 3,191 | 1,835 | 1,356 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,692 | 654 | 1,038 |
Nearby Villages of Vadodra (Jhala)
Vadodra (Jhala) 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 Vadodra (Jhala)
Vadodra (Jhala) 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 Sutrapada to Vadodra (Jhala) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vadodra (Jhala) is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadodra (Jhala)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadodra (Jhala) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadodra (Jhala)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadodra (Jhala) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vadodra (Jhala)
Where is Vadodra (Jhala) located?
Vadodra (Jhala) village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadodra (Jhala)?
Vadodra (Jhala) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadodra (Jhala)?
The pincode of Vadodra (Jhala) is 362275.
What is the population of Vadodra (Jhala)?
Vadodra (Jhala) has a total population of 4,883, including 2,489 males and 2,394 females.
How many households are there in Vadodra (Jhala)?
There are 763 households in Vadodra (Jhala).
What is the literacy rate in Vadodra (Jhala)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadodra (Jhala) is 65.35%. Male literacy is 73.72% and female literacy is 56.64%.