Gingni - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Gingni is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Gingni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gingni is 514153. The village covers a total geographical area of 1858.92 hectares and falls under the 360530 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gingni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gingni
As per Census 2011, Gingni village has a total population of 4,008 people, consisting of 2,071 males and 1,937 females. The village has 837 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,653 literate and 1,355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gingni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,008 | 2,071 | 1,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 253 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 294 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,653 | 1,512 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,355 | 559 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Gingni
Gingni 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 Gingni
Gingni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gingni.
| 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 Jamjodhpur to Gingni is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gingni is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gingni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gingni 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gingni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gingni 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 Gingni
Where is Gingni located?
Gingni village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gingni?
Gingni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gingni?
The pincode of Gingni is 360530.
What is the population of Gingni?
Gingni has a total population of 4,008, including 2,071 males and 1,937 females.
How many households are there in Gingni?
There are 837 households in Gingni.
What is the literacy rate in Gingni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gingni is 66.19%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 58.91%.