Jalu

Jalu is a village located in Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Nakhatrana (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bhuj. As per 2009 stats, Vang is the gram panchayat of Jalu village.

Jalu has its own place in the vibrant Kachchh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jalu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalu is 506956. The village spans a total geographical area of 2021.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 370001. Bhuj is nearest town to Jalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Jalu

Below is a concise population overview of Jalu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 406 215 191
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 79 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 103 76 27
Illiterate Population 303 139 164

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jalu village:

  • The total population of Jalu village is around 406, including approximately 215 males and 191 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Jalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Jalu village is about 25.37%, with male literacy at 35.35% and female literacy at 14.14%.
  • There are around 88 households in Jalu village.

Connectivity of Jalu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalu. As per the 2011 stats, Jalu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jalu

Knowing the nearby villages of Jalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalu.

Khirsara Rampar Ugedi Jinjay Dhamay Vang Kharadiya Dador Aral Moti Jatavira Charakhada

Frequently Asked Questions about Jalu

Where is Jalu located?
Jalu village is situated in Nakhatrana Taluka, within the Kachchh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalu is Vang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jalu?
The pincode of Jalu is 370001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalu is 406, with 215 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Jalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jalu village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalu is 25.37%. The male literacy rate is 35.35%, while the female literacy rate is 14.14%.