Jinod - Olpad, Surat
Jinod is a village situated in the Olpad taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Olpad and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Jinod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jinod is 523712. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.94 hectares and falls under the 394530 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Jinod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jinod
According to the 2011 Census, Jinod village had a total population of 1,314 people, including 668 males and 646 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.05%, with male literacy at 92.92% and female literacy at 89.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 1,314 | 668 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,088 | 564 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 104 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Jinod
Jinod 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 Jinod
Jinod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Surat to Jinod is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jinod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jinod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jinod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jinod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jinod
Where is Jinod located?
Jinod village is located in Olpad Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jinod?
Jinod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jinod?
The pincode of Jinod is 394530.
What is the population of Jinod?
Jinod had a total population of 1,314, including 668 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Jinod?
Jinod had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jinod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinod was 91.05%. Male literacy was 92.92% and female literacy was 89.12%.