Jambuda - Manavadar, Junagadh
Jambuda is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Jambuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambuda is 514377. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.8 hectares and falls under the 362630 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Jambuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambuda
According to the 2011 Census, Jambuda village had a total population of 849 people, including 437 males and 412 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 83.63% and female literacy at 68.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 849 | 437 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 93 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 332 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 105 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Jambuda
Jambuda 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 Jambuda
Jambuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manavadar to Jambuda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Jambuda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jambuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jambuda
Where is Jambuda located?
Jambuda village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambuda?
Jambuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambuda?
The pincode of Jambuda is 362630.
What is the population of Jambuda?
Jambuda had a total population of 849, including 437 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Jambuda?
Jambuda had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jambuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambuda was 76.26%. Male literacy was 83.63% and female literacy was 68.45%.