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
According to the 2011 Census, Tiskari Jungle village had a total population of 2,355 people, including 1,192 males and 1,163 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.16%, with male literacy at 36.67% and female literacy at 25.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,348.
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 | 2,355 | 1,192 | 1,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 292 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,355, including 1,192 males and 1,163 females.
How many households are there in Tiskari Jungle?
Tiskari Jungle had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tiskari Jungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiskari Jungle was 31.16%. Male literacy was 36.67% and female literacy was 25.35%.