Tiskari Jungle - Kaprada, Valsad
Tiskari Jungle is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Tiskari Jungle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiskari Jungle is 523612. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.78 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tiskari Jungle 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 Tiskari Jungle
As per Census 2011, Tiskari Jungle village has a total population of 2,355 people, consisting of 1,192 males and 1,163 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 1,809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,348 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tiskari Jungle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,355 | 1,192 | 1,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 292 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,348 | 1,188 | 1,160 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 330 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,809 | 862 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Tiskari Jungle
Tiskari Jungle 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 Tiskari Jungle
Public transport in the Tiskari Jungle is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Selvas to Tiskari Jungle is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Tiskari Jungle is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiskari Jungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiskari Jungle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tiskari Jungle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiskari Jungle 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tiskari Jungle
Where is Tiskari Jungle located?
Tiskari Jungle village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiskari Jungle?
Tiskari Jungle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tiskari Jungle?
The pincode of Tiskari Jungle is 396067.
What is the population of Tiskari Jungle?
Tiskari Jungle has a total population of 2,355, including 1,192 males and 1,163 females.
How many households are there in Tiskari Jungle?
There are 377 households in Tiskari Jungle.
What is the literacy rate in Tiskari Jungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiskari Jungle is 23.18%. Male literacy is 27.68% and female literacy is 18.57%.