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
As per Census 2011, Jashapar village has a total population of 1,927 people, consisting of 936 males and 991 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,216 literate and 711 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jashapar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,927, including 936 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Jashapar?
There are 385 households in Jashapar.
What is the literacy rate in Jashapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jashapar is 63.10%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 58.22%.