Jorawargadh - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Jorawargadh is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Vav and around 130 km from Palanpur. Jorawargadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jorawargadh is 507461. The village covers a total geographical area of 1429.42 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jorawargadh 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 Jorawargadh
As per Census 2011, Jorawargadh village has a total population of 1,914 people, consisting of 974 males and 940 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 1,021 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jorawargadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,914 | 974 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 57 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 553 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 421 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Jorawargadh
Jorawargadh 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 Jorawargadh
Public transport in the Jorawargadh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhabhar to Jorawargadh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jorawargadh is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jorawargadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jorawargadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jorawargadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jorawargadh 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jorawargadh
Where is Jorawargadh located?
Jorawargadh village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jorawargadh?
Jorawargadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jorawargadh?
The pincode of Jorawargadh is 385320.
What is the population of Jorawargadh?
Jorawargadh has a total population of 1,914, including 974 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Jorawargadh?
There are 335 households in Jorawargadh.
What is the literacy rate in Jorawargadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jorawargadh is 46.66%. Male literacy is 56.78% and female literacy is 36.17%.