Jotana - Jotana, Mahesana
Jotana is a village situated in the Jotana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Mahesana and around 22 km from Mahesana. Jotana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jotana is 509527. The village covers a total geographical area of 931.87 hectares and falls under the 384421 pincode. Ambaliyasan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jotana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jotana
As per Census 2011, Jotana village has a total population of 7,118 people, consisting of 3,748 males and 3,370 females. The village has 1,550 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 847 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,041 literate and 2,077 illiterate residents. Additionally, 987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jotana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,118 | 3,748 | 3,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 847 | 499 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 523 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 5,041 | 2,924 | 2,117 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,077 | 824 | 1,253 |
Nearby Villages of Jotana
Jotana 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 Jotana
Jotana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jotana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaliyasan to Jotana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Jotana is about 22 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 Jotana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jotana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jotana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jotana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jotana
Where is Jotana located?
Jotana village is located in Jotana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jotana?
Jotana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jotana?
The pincode of Jotana is 384421.
What is the population of Jotana?
Jotana has a total population of 7,118, including 3,748 males and 3,370 females.
How many households are there in Jotana?
There are 1,550 households in Jotana.
What is the literacy rate in Jotana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jotana is 70.82%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 62.82%.