Kharachiya Jas - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Kharachiya Jas is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Jasdan and around 90 km from Rajkot. Kharachiya Jas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharachiya Jas is 513100. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.98 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kharachiya Jas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharachiya Jas
According to the 2011 Census, Kharachiya Jas village had a total population of 717 people, including 368 males and 349 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.61%, with male literacy at 74.43% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 717 | 368 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 227 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 141 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Kharachiya Jas
Kharachiya Jas 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 Kharachiya Jas
Public transport in the Kharachiya Jas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasdan to Kharachiya Jas is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kharachiya Jas is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharachiya Jas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharachiya Jas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharachiya Jas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharachiya Jas 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharachiya Jas
Where is Kharachiya Jas located?
Kharachiya Jas village is located in Vinchchiya Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharachiya Jas?
Kharachiya Jas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharachiya Jas?
The pincode of Kharachiya Jas is 360055.
What is the population of Kharachiya Jas?
Kharachiya Jas had a total population of 717, including 368 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Kharachiya Jas?
Kharachiya Jas had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharachiya Jas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharachiya Jas was 62.61%. Male literacy was 74.43% and female literacy was 50.00%.