Jarpara - Mundra, Kachchh
Jarpara is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Zarapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarpara is 507345. The village covers a total geographical area of 3191.3 hectares and falls under the 370405 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jarpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jarpara
According to the 2011 Census, Jarpara village had a total population of 7,352 people, including 3,872 males and 3,480 females, living in 1,506 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.76%, with male literacy at 78.80% and female literacy at 53.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 830, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 7,352 | 3,872 | 3,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,223 | 617 | 606 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 830 | 440 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,092 | 2,565 | 1,527 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,260 | 1,307 | 1,953 |
Nearby Villages of Jarpara
Jarpara 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 Jarpara
Jarpara 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundra to Jarpara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Jarpara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jarpara
Where is Jarpara located?
Jarpara village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarpara is Zarapara.
What is the pincode of Jarpara?
The pincode of Jarpara is 370405.
What is the population of Jarpara?
Jarpara had a total population of 7,352, including 3,872 males and 3,480 females.
How many households are there in Jarpara?
Jarpara had 1,506 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarpara was 66.76%. Male literacy was 78.80% and female literacy was 53.13%.