Jawalgera - Sindhnur, Raichur
Jawalgera is a village situated in the Sindhnur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sindhnur and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Javalgera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawalgera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawalgera is 601155. The village covers a total geographical area of 980.21 hectares and falls under the 584143 pincode. Sindhnur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jawalgera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindhanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawalgera
As per Census 2011, Jawalgera village has a total population of 8,318 people, consisting of 4,073 males and 4,245 females. The village has 1,563 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,348 literate and 3,970 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,768 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 966 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawalgera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,318 | 4,073 | 4,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,153 | 590 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,768 | 880 | 888 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 966 | 463 | 503 |
| Literate Population | 4,348 | 2,509 | 1,839 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,970 | 1,564 | 2,406 |
Nearby Villages of Jawalgera
Jawalgera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dibbanakhed | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Sivajawalgera | West | 1.91 km |
| Locknaikandoddi | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Turakatti - (d) | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Jangamerhatti (a) | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Sultanpur | South | 3.12 km |
| Konganaikandoddi | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Jangamarahatti (d) | West | 3.71 km |
| Maskihatti | West | 4.18 km |
| Diddigi | North | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawalgera
Jawalgera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kosgi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| 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 Sindhnur to Jawalgera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Jawalgera is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawalgera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawalgera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawalgera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawalgera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jawalgera
Where is Jawalgera located?
Jawalgera village is located in Sindhnur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawalgera?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawalgera is Javalgera.
What is the pincode of Jawalgera?
The pincode of Jawalgera is 584143.
What is the population of Jawalgera?
Jawalgera has a total population of 8,318, including 4,073 males and 4,245 females.
How many households are there in Jawalgera?
There are 1,563 households in Jawalgera.
What is the literacy rate in Jawalgera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawalgera is 52.27%. Male literacy is 61.60% and female literacy is 43.32%.