Jetda - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Jetda is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Tharad and around 75 km from Palanpur. Jetda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jetda is 507603. The village covers a total geographical area of 1563.78 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jetda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jetda
As per Census 2011, Jetda village has a total population of 4,432 people, consisting of 2,293 males and 2,139 females. The village has 858 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 794 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,217 literate and 2,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jetda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,432 | 2,293 | 2,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 794 | 434 | 360 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 347 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 2,217 | 1,423 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,215 | 870 | 1,345 |
Nearby Villages of Jetda
Jetda 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 Jetda
Public transport in the Jetda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Jetda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jetda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jetda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jetda 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 Jetda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jetda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jetda
Where is Jetda located?
Jetda village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jetda?
Jetda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jetda?
The pincode of Jetda is 385535.
What is the population of Jetda?
Jetda has a total population of 4,432, including 2,293 males and 2,139 females.
How many households are there in Jetda?
There are 858 households in Jetda.
What is the literacy rate in Jetda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jetda is 50.02%. Male literacy is 62.06% and female literacy is 37.12%.