Jamvala - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Jamvala is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Una and around 98 km from Junagadh. Jamvala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamvala is 515236. The village covers a total geographical area of 1078.96 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jamvala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamvala
As per Census 2011, Jamvala village has a total population of 3,797 people, consisting of 1,961 males and 1,836 females. The village has 748 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,360 literate and 1,437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamvala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,797 | 1,961 | 1,836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 250 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,360 | 1,347 | 1,013 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,437 | 614 | 823 |
Nearby Villages of Jamvala
Jamvala 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 Jamvala
Public transport in the Jamvala is mainly available through bus services. Jamvala 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 Una to Jamvala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Jamvala is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamvala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamvala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamvala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamvala 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamvala
Where is Jamvala located?
Jamvala village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamvala?
Jamvala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamvala?
The pincode of Jamvala is 362530.
What is the population of Jamvala?
Jamvala has a total population of 3,797, including 1,961 males and 1,836 females.
How many households are there in Jamvala?
There are 748 households in Jamvala.
What is the literacy rate in Jamvala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamvala is 62.15%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 55.17%.