Jashapar - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Jashapar is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Jashapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jashapar is 513812. The village covers a total geographical area of 1693.28 hectares and falls under the 361162 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Jashapar 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 Jashapar
According to the 2011 Census, Jashapar village had a total population of 1,927 people, including 936 males and 991 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.19%, with male literacy at 78.12% and female literacy at 64.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,927 | 936 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 639 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 297 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Jashapar
Jashapar 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 Jashapar
Public transport in the Jashapar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Jashapar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Jashapar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jashapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jashapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jashapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jashapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jashapar
Where is Jashapar located?
Jashapar village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jashapar?
Jashapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jashapar?
The pincode of Jashapar is 361162.
What is the population of Jashapar?
Jashapar had a total population of 1,927, including 936 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Jashapar?
Jashapar had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jashapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jashapar was 71.19%. Male literacy was 78.12% and female literacy was 64.83%.