Jambu - Limbdi, Surendranagar
Jambu is a village situated in the Limbdi taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Limbdi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Jambu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambu is 512547. The village covers a total geographical area of 2978.2 hectares and falls under the 363421 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jambu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambu
As per Census 2011, Jambu village has a total population of 4,405 people, consisting of 2,204 males and 2,201 females. The village has 1,009 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 707 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,258 literate and 2,147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,405 | 2,204 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 707 | 353 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 168 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,258 | 1,443 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,147 | 761 | 1,386 |
Nearby Villages of Jambu
Jambu 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 Jambu
Jambu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jambu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Limbdi to Jambu is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Jambu is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jambu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jambu
Where is Jambu located?
Jambu village is located in Limbdi Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambu?
Jambu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambu?
The pincode of Jambu is 363421.
What is the population of Jambu?
Jambu has a total population of 4,405, including 2,204 males and 2,201 females.
How many households are there in Jambu?
There are 1,009 households in Jambu.
What is the literacy rate in Jambu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambu is 51.26%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 37.03%.