Juni Sankali - Jetpur, Rajkot
Juni Sankali is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Juni Sankali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juni Sankali is 513428. The village covers a total geographical area of 1082.47 hectares and falls under the 360360 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Juni Sankali 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 Juni Sankali
According to the 2011 Census, Juni Sankali village had a total population of 1,861 people, including 969 males and 892 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.37%, with male literacy at 87.63% and female literacy at 78.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
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 | 1,861 | 969 | 892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 96 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 765 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 204 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Juni Sankali
Juni Sankali 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 Juni Sankali
Juni Sankali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Juni Sankali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Juni Sankali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Juni Sankali is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juni Sankali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juni Sankali 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 Juni Sankali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juni Sankali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Juni Sankali
Where is Juni Sankali located?
Juni Sankali village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Juni Sankali?
Juni Sankali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juni Sankali?
The pincode of Juni Sankali is 360360.
What is the population of Juni Sankali?
Juni Sankali had a total population of 1,861, including 969 males and 892 females.
How many households are there in Juni Sankali?
Juni Sankali had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juni Sankali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juni Sankali was 83.37%. Male literacy was 87.63% and female literacy was 78.86%.