Joravarnagar - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Joravarnagar is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Androkha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joravarnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joravarnagar is 509918. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.09 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Joravarnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joravarnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Joravarnagar village had a total population of 634 people, including 318 males and 316 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 60.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 633.
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 | 634 | 318 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 317 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 220 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 98 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Joravarnagar
Joravarnagar 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 Joravarnagar
Joravarnagar 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 Vijaynagar to Joravarnagar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Joravarnagar 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 Joravarnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joravarnagar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Joravarnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joravarnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joravarnagar
Where is Joravarnagar located?
Joravarnagar village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Joravarnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Joravarnagar is Androkha.
What is the pincode of Joravarnagar?
The pincode of Joravarnagar is 383460.
What is the population of Joravarnagar?
Joravarnagar had a total population of 634, including 318 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Joravarnagar?
Joravarnagar had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joravarnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joravarnagar was 73.91%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 60.16%.