israel-gov-api

Search and query Israeli government datasets via the data.gov.il CKAN API.

10|4|Updated Feb 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/skills-il/government-services --skill israel-gov-api
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Skill: israel-gov-api
Source: https://github.com/skills-il/government-services/tree/main/israel-gov-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/skills-il/government-services --skill israel-gov-api

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The Skill helps users discover, query, and analyze Israeli government open data from data.gov.il (CKAN API). It enables dataset discovery, flexible querying of tabular data, and practical guidance for working with government datasets, CBS statistics, and public sector information. It also supports integration with datagov-mcp servers to streamline workflows and ensure up-to-date data access.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dataset search and details via CKAN API
  • Datastore queries with filters, fields, sort, and full-text search
  • Guidance for analyzing Israeli government data across CBS, transportation, health, and more

Quick Start

Use the Israel Gov API skill to search for datasets about transportation and retrieve the first dataset details.

Frequently Asked Questions about israel-gov-api

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I query Israeli government open data from data.gov.il?

You can query Israeli government open data by using the CKAN API endpoints package_search, package_show, and datastore_search with optional filters, fields, sort, and q parameters to retrieve datasets and tabular records.

Can I filter and sort tabular records from data.gov.il datasets?

Yes, you can filter and sort tabular records by applying optional parameters such as filters, fields, sort, and q within the datastore_search endpoint to refine your query results.

What types of government datasets are available through the data.gov.il CKAN API?

The data.gov.il CKAN API provides access to government datasets across domains including CBS statistics, transportation, health, and education for discovery and detailed querying.

How do I search for specific datasets on the Israeli government open data portal?

You can search for specific datasets by executing the package_search endpoint with full-text q parameters to discover relevant Israeli government data packages across the portal.

Do I need network access to retrieve dataset details from data.gov.il?

Yes, network access to the CKAN API is required to retrieve dataset details and query tabular data from data.gov.il, as the Skill interacts directly with the live government API endpoints.

Why use the CKAN API instead of manually browsing data.gov.il for Israeli government statistics?

Using the CKAN API enables automated dataset discovery, structured querying with filters and sorting, and seamless integration into analytical workflows compared to manual browsing of the data.gov.il portal.