Jiragadh - Jodiya, Jamnagar
Jiragadh is a village situated in the Jodiya taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jodiya and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Jiragadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiragadh is 513699. The village covers a total geographical area of 1329.94 hectares and falls under the 361220 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jiragadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jiragadh
As per Census 2011, Jiragadh village has a total population of 927 people, consisting of 459 males and 468 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jiragadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 927 | 459 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 303 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 156 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Jiragadh
Jiragadh 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 Jiragadh
Jiragadh 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morvi to Jiragadh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Jiragadh is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiragadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiragadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jiragadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiragadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jiragadh
Where is Jiragadh located?
Jiragadh village is located in Jodiya Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiragadh?
Jiragadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jiragadh?
The pincode of Jiragadh is 361220.
What is the population of Jiragadh?
Jiragadh has a total population of 927, including 459 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Jiragadh?
There are 225 households in Jiragadh.
What is the literacy rate in Jiragadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiragadh is 57.07%. Male literacy is 66.01% and female literacy is 48.29%.