Jam Kandorna - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Jam Kandorna is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. Jam Kandorna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jam Kandorna is 513312. The village covers a total geographical area of 2350.37 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jam Kandorna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jam Kandorna
As per Census 2011, Jam Kandorna village has a total population of 13,639 people, consisting of 7,047 males and 6,592 females. The village has 2,776 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,602 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,308 literate and 4,331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,073 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jam Kandorna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,639 | 7,047 | 6,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,602 | 859 | 743 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,073 | 1,075 | 998 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 9,308 | 5,111 | 4,197 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,331 | 1,936 | 2,395 |
Nearby Villages of Jam Kandorna
Jam Kandorna 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 Jam Kandorna
Jam Kandorna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jam Kandorna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Jam Kandorna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Jam Kandorna is about 75 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 Jam Kandorna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jam Kandorna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jam Kandorna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jam Kandorna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jam Kandorna
Where is Jam Kandorna located?
Jam Kandorna village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jam Kandorna?
Jam Kandorna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jam Kandorna?
The pincode of Jam Kandorna is 360405.
What is the population of Jam Kandorna?
Jam Kandorna has a total population of 13,639, including 7,047 males and 6,592 females.
How many households are there in Jam Kandorna?
There are 2,776 households in Jam Kandorna.
What is the literacy rate in Jam Kandorna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jam Kandorna is 68.25%. Male literacy is 72.53% and female literacy is 63.67%.