Jirval - Kaprada, Valsad
Jirval is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Jirval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jirval is 523565. The village covers a total geographical area of 882.53 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Jirval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jirval
As per Census 2011, Jirval village has a total population of 2,737 people, consisting of 1,373 males and 1,364 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 437 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,232 literate and 1,505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,703 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jirval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,737 | 1,373 | 1,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 227 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,703 | 1,355 | 1,348 |
| Literate Population | 1,232 | 737 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,505 | 636 | 869 |
Nearby Villages of Jirval
Jirval 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 Jirval
Jirval 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 Dharampur to Jirval is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Jirval is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jirval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jirval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jirval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jirval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jirval
Where is Jirval located?
Jirval village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jirval?
Jirval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jirval?
The pincode of Jirval is 396067.
What is the population of Jirval?
Jirval has a total population of 2,737, including 1,373 males and 1,364 females.
How many households are there in Jirval?
There are 486 households in Jirval.
What is the literacy rate in Jirval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jirval is 45.01%. Male literacy is 53.68% and female literacy is 36.29%.