Jaloya - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Jaloya is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Vav and around 135 km from Palanpur. Jaloya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaloya is 507452. The village covers a total geographical area of 1439.53 hectares and falls under the 385570 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Jaloya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaloya
As per Census 2011, Jaloya village has a total population of 1,544 people, consisting of 922 males and 622 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 674 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaloya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,544 | 922 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 140 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 16 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 735 | 591 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 331 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Jaloya
Jaloya 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 Jaloya
Public transport in the Jaloya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Jaloya is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jaloya is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaloya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaloya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaloya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaloya 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 Jaloya
Where is Jaloya located?
Jaloya village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaloya?
Jaloya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaloya?
The pincode of Jaloya is 385570.
What is the population of Jaloya?
Jaloya has a total population of 1,544, including 922 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Jaloya?
There are 246 households in Jaloya.
What is the literacy rate in Jaloya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaloya is 47.60%. Male literacy is 64.10% and female literacy is 23.15%.