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
According to the 2011 Census, Jantral village had a total population of 5,788 people, including 3,008 males and 2,780 females, living in 1,247 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.97%, with male literacy at 93.17% and female literacy at 76.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,788, including 3,008 males and 2,780 females.
How many households are there in Jantral?
Jantral had 1,247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jantral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jantral was 84.97%. Male literacy was 93.17% and female literacy was 76.14%.