Jalansar - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Jalansar is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Jalansar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalansar is 513823. The village covers a total geographical area of 876.11 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jalansar 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 Jalansar
As per Census 2011, Jalansar village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 285 males and 274 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalansar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 285 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 195 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 90 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Jalansar
Jalansar 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 Jalansar
Public transport in the Jalansar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Jalansar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Jalansar is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalansar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalansar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalansar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalansar 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 Jalansar
Where is Jalansar located?
Jalansar village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalansar?
Jalansar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalansar?
The pincode of Jalansar is 361160.
What is the population of Jalansar?
Jalansar has a total population of 559, including 285 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Jalansar?
There are 130 households in Jalansar.
What is the literacy rate in Jalansar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalansar is 61.36%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 54.01%.