Julrai - Lakhpat, Kachchh
Julrai is a village situated in the Lakhpat taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dayapar and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Julrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Julrai is 506516. The village covers a total geographical area of 1737.98 hectares and falls under the 370655 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Julrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Julrai
According to the 2011 Census, Julrai village had a total population of 422 people, including 210 males and 212 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.34%, with male literacy at 62.71% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 422 | 210 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 99 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Julrai
Julrai 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 Julrai
Julrai 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 Bhuj to Julrai is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Julrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Julrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Julrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Julrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Julrai
Where is Julrai located?
Julrai village is located in Lakhpat Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Julrai?
Julrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Julrai?
The pincode of Julrai is 370655.
What is the population of Julrai?
Julrai had a total population of 422, including 210 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Julrai?
Julrai had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Julrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Julrai was 56.34%. Male literacy was 62.71% and female literacy was 50.00%.