Jepur - Morvi, Morbi
Jepur is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Morvi and around 72 km from Rajkot. Jepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jepur is 512681. The village covers a total geographical area of 627.36 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jepur
According to the 2011 Census, Jepur village had a total population of 961 people, including 483 males and 478 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 71.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 961 | 483 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 98 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 407 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 76 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Jepur
Jepur 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 Jepur
Public transport in the Jepur 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 Morvi to Jepur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Jepur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jepur 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 Jepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jepur 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 Jepur
Where is Jepur located?
Jepur village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jepur?
Jepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jepur?
The pincode of Jepur is 363641.
What is the population of Jepur?
Jepur had a total population of 961, including 483 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Jepur?
Jepur had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jepur was 82.93%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 71.23%.