Jambala - Visavadar, Junagadh
Jambala is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Jambala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambala is 514620. The village covers a total geographical area of 634.42 hectares and falls under the 362263 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jambala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambala
As per Census 2011, Jambala village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 452 males and 405 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 452 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 332 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 120 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Jambala
Jambala 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 Jambala
Jambala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Jambala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Jambala is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambala 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jambala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambala 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 Jambala
Where is Jambala located?
Jambala village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambala?
Jambala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambala?
The pincode of Jambala is 362263.
What is the population of Jambala?
Jambala has a total population of 857, including 452 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Jambala?
There are 190 households in Jambala.
What is the literacy rate in Jambala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambala is 66.39%. Male literacy is 73.45% and female literacy is 58.52%.