Jal - Upleta, Rajkot
Jal is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Jal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jal is 513331. The village covers a total geographical area of 796.24 hectares and falls under the 360480 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jal
As per Census 2011, Jal village has a total population of 990 people, consisting of 530 males and 460 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 530 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 356 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 174 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Jal
Jal 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 Jal
Public transport in the Jal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhayavadar to Jal is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Jal is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jal 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 Jal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jal
Where is Jal located?
Jal village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jal?
Jal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jal?
The pincode of Jal is 360480.
What is the population of Jal?
Jal has a total population of 990, including 530 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Jal?
There are 186 households in Jal.
What is the literacy rate in Jal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jal is 59.70%. Male literacy is 67.17% and female literacy is 51.09%.