Jantral - Vijapur, Mahesana
Jantral is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Jantral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jantral is 509389. The village covers a total geographical area of 2041.63 hectares and falls under the 384560 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jantral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jantral
As per Census 2011, Jantral village has a total population of 5,788 people, consisting of 3,008 males and 2,780 females. The village has 1,247 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,388 literate and 1,400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jantral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,788 | 3,008 | 2,780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 329 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 164 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,388 | 2,496 | 1,892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,400 | 512 | 888 |
Nearby Villages of Jantral
Jantral 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 Jantral
Public transport in the Jantral is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Jantral is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Jantral is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jantral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jantral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jantral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jantral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jantral
Where is Jantral located?
Jantral village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jantral?
Jantral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jantral?
The pincode of Jantral is 384560.
What is the population of Jantral?
Jantral has a total population of 5,788, including 3,008 males and 2,780 females.
How many households are there in Jantral?
There are 1,247 households in Jantral.
What is the literacy rate in Jantral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jantral is 75.81%. Male literacy is 82.98% and female literacy is 68.06%.