Veraval - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Veraval is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Veraval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veraval is 514118. The village covers a total geographical area of 895.59 hectares and falls under the 360530 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Veraval 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 Veraval
According to the 2011 Census, Veraval village had a total population of 675 people, including 337 males and 338 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.88%, with male literacy at 74.26% and female literacy at 31.09%.
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 | 675 | 337 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 202 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 135 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Veraval
Veraval 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 Veraval
Veraval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veraval.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Veraval is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Veraval is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veraval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veraval 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Veraval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veraval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veraval
Where is Veraval located?
Veraval village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veraval?
Veraval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veraval?
The pincode of Veraval is 360530.
What is the population of Veraval?
Veraval had a total population of 675, including 337 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Veraval?
Veraval had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veraval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veraval was 52.88%. Male literacy was 74.26% and female literacy was 31.09%.