Parewala - Jasdan, Rajkot
Parewala is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Parewala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parewala is 513132. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049.62 hectares and falls under the 360025 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Parewala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parewala
According to the 2011 Census, Parewala village had a total population of 2,205 people, including 1,144 males and 1,061 females, living in 386 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.74%, with male literacy at 83.60% and female literacy at 60.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 399.
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 | 2,205 | 1,144 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 144 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 198 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 836 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 308 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Parewala
Parewala 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 Parewala
Parewala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasdan to Parewala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Parewala 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 Parewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parewala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Parewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parewala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parewala
Where is Parewala located?
Parewala village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parewala?
Parewala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parewala?
The pincode of Parewala is 360025.
What is the population of Parewala?
Parewala had a total population of 2,205, including 1,144 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Parewala?
Parewala had 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parewala was 72.74%. Male literacy was 83.60% and female literacy was 60.95%.