Jatavira - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Jatavira is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Jatavira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatavira is 506961. The village covers a total geographical area of 1779.82 hectares and falls under the 370665 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Jatavira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jatavira
As per Census 2011, Jatavira village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 200 males and 157 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 785 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatavira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 200 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 96 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 104 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Jatavira
Jatavira 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 Jatavira
Jatavira 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 Bhuj to Jatavira is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatavira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatavira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jatavira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatavira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jatavira
Where is Jatavira located?
Jatavira village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatavira?
Jatavira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jatavira?
The pincode of Jatavira is 370665.
What is the population of Jatavira?
Jatavira has a total population of 357, including 200 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Jatavira?
There are 75 households in Jatavira.
What is the literacy rate in Jatavira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatavira is 42.86%. Male literacy is 48.00% and female literacy is 36.31%.