Premgadh - Jetpur, Rajkot
Premgadh is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Premgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Premgadh is 513408. The village covers a total geographical area of 744.13 hectares and falls under the 360370 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Premgadh 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 Premgadh
According to the 2011 Census, Premgadh village had a total population of 1,572 people, including 799 males and 773 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.14%, with male literacy at 90.39% and female literacy at 83.77%.
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 | 1,572 | 799 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 677 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 122 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Premgadh
Premgadh 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 Premgadh
Premgadh 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 Premgadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jetpur to Premgadh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Premgadh is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Premgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Premgadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Premgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Premgadh 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Premgadh
Where is Premgadh located?
Premgadh village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Premgadh?
Premgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Premgadh?
The pincode of Premgadh is 360370.
What is the population of Premgadh?
Premgadh had a total population of 1,572, including 799 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Premgadh?
Premgadh had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Premgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Premgadh was 87.14%. Male literacy was 90.39% and female literacy was 83.77%.