Jorapur - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Jorapur is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khedavada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jorapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jorapur is 510500. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.62 hectares and falls under the 383220 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jorapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jorapur
According to the 2011 Census, Jorapur village had a total population of 939 people, including 484 males and 455 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.19%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 66.10%.
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 | 939 | 484 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 378 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 106 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Jorapur
Jorapur 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 Jorapur
Jorapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Jorapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jorapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jorapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jorapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jorapur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jorapur
Where is Jorapur located?
Jorapur village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jorapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jorapur is Khedavada.
What is the pincode of Jorapur?
The pincode of Jorapur is 383220.
What is the population of Jorapur?
Jorapur had a total population of 939, including 484 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Jorapur?
Jorapur had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jorapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jorapur was 78.19%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 66.10%.