Jalwad
Jalwad is a village located in Sindgi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sindgi (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Jalawad is the gram panchayat of Jalwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Jalwad unique in its vibrant Sindgi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Jalwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jalwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalwad is 599408. The village spans a total geographical area of 3995.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Sindgi is nearest town to Jalwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jalwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jalwad
Population of Jalwad
According to the 2011 Census, Jalwad has a total population of about 6,317, with approximately 3,160 males and 3,157 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 956 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,707 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 165. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.41%, with male literacy at about 62.94% and female literacy near 45.87%. There are around 1,173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,317 | 3,160 | 3,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 956 | 510 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,707 | 824 | 883 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 3,437 | 1,989 | 1,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,880 | 1,171 | 1,709 |
Connectivity of Jalwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalwad. As per the 2011 stats, Jalwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalwad
- Where is Jalwad located?
- Jalwad village is situated in Sindgi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalwad is Jalawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalwad?
- The pincode of Jalwad is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalwad is 6,317, with 3,160 males and 3,157 females.
- How many households are there in Jalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalwad village has a total of 1,173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalwad is 54.41%. The male literacy rate is 62.94%, while the female literacy rate is 45.87%.