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
According to the 2011 Census, Jiragadh village had a total population of 927 people, including 459 males and 468 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.07%, with male literacy at 75.75% and female literacy at 54.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 927 | 459 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 927, including 459 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Jiragadh?
Jiragadh had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiragadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiragadh was 65.07%. Male literacy was 75.75% and female literacy was 54.72%.