Pithad - Jodiya, Jamnagar
Pithad is a village situated in the Jodiya taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jodiya and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Pithad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithad is 513724. The village covers a total geographical area of 3331.39 hectares and falls under the 361220 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pithad 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 Pithad
As per Census 2011, Pithad village has a total population of 3,940 people, consisting of 1,989 males and 1,951 females. The village has 776 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 437 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,572 literate and 1,368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pithad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,940 | 1,989 | 1,951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 215 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 251 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 2,572 | 1,450 | 1,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,368 | 539 | 829 |
Nearby Villages of Pithad
Pithad 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 Pithad
Public transport in the Pithad 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 Pithad is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Pithad 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 Pithad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pithad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pithad
Where is Pithad located?
Pithad village is located in Jodiya Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithad?
Pithad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pithad?
The pincode of Pithad is 361220.
What is the population of Pithad?
Pithad has a total population of 3,940, including 1,989 males and 1,951 females.
How many households are there in Pithad?
There are 776 households in Pithad.
What is the literacy rate in Pithad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithad is 65.28%. Male literacy is 72.90% and female literacy is 57.51%.