Yajpur - Una, Gir Somnath
Yajpur is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Una and around 150 km from Junagadh. Yajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yajpur is 515320. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.15 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Yajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yajpur
As per Census 2011, Yajpur village has a total population of 1,617 people, consisting of 879 males and 738 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,045 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 879 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 128 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 146 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 649 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 230 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Yajpur
Yajpur 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 Yajpur
Yajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Yajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Yajpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Yajpur is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yajpur 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 Yajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yajpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yajpur
Where is Yajpur located?
Yajpur village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yajpur?
Yajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yajpur?
The pincode of Yajpur is 362560.
What is the population of Yajpur?
Yajpur has a total population of 1,617, including 879 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Yajpur?
There are 255 households in Yajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Yajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yajpur is 64.63%. Male literacy is 73.83% and female literacy is 53.66%.