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.
Jalwad has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Jalwad
Below is a concise population overview of Jalwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jalwad village:
- The total population of Jalwad village is around 6,317, including approximately 3,160 males and 3,157 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 956 children aged 0–6 years in Jalwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jalwad village has 1,707 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jalwad village is about 54.41%, with male literacy at 62.94% and female literacy at 45.87%.
- There are around 1,173 households in Jalwad village.
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%.