Jarusha - Santalpur, Patan
Jarusha is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Jarusha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarusha is 508635. The village covers a total geographical area of 1185.24 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Jarusha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarusha
As per Census 2011, Jarusha village has a total population of 1,669 people, consisting of 845 males and 824 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarusha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,669 | 845 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 125 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 632 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 213 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Jarusha
Jarusha 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 Jarusha
Jarusha 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Jarusha is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Jarusha is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarusha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarusha 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 Jarusha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarusha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jarusha
Where is Jarusha located?
Jarusha village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarusha?
Jarusha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarusha?
The pincode of Jarusha is 385360.
What is the population of Jarusha?
Jarusha has a total population of 1,669, including 845 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Jarusha?
There are 327 households in Jarusha.
What is the literacy rate in Jarusha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarusha is 65.55%. Male literacy is 74.79% and female literacy is 56.07%.