Jogvad - Lalpur, Jamnagar
Jogvad is a village situated in the Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalpur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Jogvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogvad is 513869. The village covers a total geographical area of 1038.48 hectares and falls under the 361280 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Jogvad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jogvad
As per Census 2011, Jogvad village has a total population of 1,706 people, consisting of 882 males and 824 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jogvad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,706 | 882 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 148 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 341 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 541 | 622 |
Nearby Villages of Jogvad
Jogvad 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 Jogvad
Jogvad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jogvad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Jogvad is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Jogvad is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jogvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogvad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jogvad
Where is Jogvad located?
Jogvad village is located in Lalpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogvad?
Jogvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jogvad?
The pincode of Jogvad is 361280.
What is the population of Jogvad?
Jogvad has a total population of 1,706, including 882 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Jogvad?
There are 309 households in Jogvad.
What is the literacy rate in Jogvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogvad is 31.83%. Male literacy is 38.66% and female literacy is 24.51%.