Jotangiya - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Jotangiya is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from Santrampur and around 45 km from Godhra. Ambaliyat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jotangiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jotangiya is 518131. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.03 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Jotangiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jotangiya
As per Census 2011, Jotangiya village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 205 males and 190 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jotangiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 205 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 161 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 44 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Jotangiya
Jotangiya 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 Jotangiya
Jotangiya 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Jotangiya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Jotangiya 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 Jotangiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jotangiya 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 Jotangiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jotangiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jotangiya
Where is Jotangiya located?
Jotangiya village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jotangiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Jotangiya is Ambaliyat.
What is the pincode of Jotangiya?
The pincode of Jotangiya is 389230.
What is the population of Jotangiya?
Jotangiya has a total population of 395, including 205 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Jotangiya?
There are 78 households in Jotangiya.
What is the literacy rate in Jotangiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jotangiya is 65.32%. Male literacy is 78.54% and female literacy is 51.05%.