Positra
Positra is a village located in Okhamandal taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dwarka (tehsildar office) and 170km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Positra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Positra unique in its vibrant Okhamandal-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Positra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Positra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Positra is 513451. The village spans a total geographical area of 4476.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361335. Mithapur is nearest town to Positra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Positra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Positra
Population of Positra
According to the 2011 Census, Positra has a total population of about 1,719, with approximately 899 males and 820 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.13%, with male literacy at about 48.50% and female literacy near 33.05%. There are around 314 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Positra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 899 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 707 | 436 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 463 | 549 |
Connectivity of Positra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Positra. As per the 2011 stats, Positra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Positra
Knowing the nearby villages of Positra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Positra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Positra
- Where is Positra located?
- Positra village is situated in Okhamandal Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Positra?
- Positra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Positra?
- The pincode of Positra is 361335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Positra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Positra is 1,719, with 899 males and 820 females.
- How many households are there in Positra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Positra village has a total of 314 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Positra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Positra is 41.13%. The male literacy rate is 48.50%, while the female literacy rate is 33.05%.