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.
Positra has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Positra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Positra village:
- The total population of Positra village is around 1,719, including approximately 899 males and 820 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Positra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Positra village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Positra village is about 41.13%, with male literacy at 48.50% and female literacy at 33.05%.
- There are around 314 households in Positra village.
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%.