Jalwalli - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Jalwalli is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Jalvalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalwalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalwalli is 603801. The village covers a total geographical area of 874.4 hectares and falls under the 581334 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jalwalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalwalli
As per Census 2011, Jalwalli village has a total population of 2,733 people, consisting of 1,397 males and 1,336 females. The village has 584 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,060 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalwalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,397 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 143 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,060 | 1,145 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 252 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Jalwalli
Jalwalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melinamudkani | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Kervalli | South | 2.02 km |
| Jalwal Karki | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Kharwa | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Heravali | North | 2.58 km |
| Kelgina-mudkani | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Tumbolli | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Adkar | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Anilgod | South | 3.23 km |
| Padukuli | West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalwalli
Jalwalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manki, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honavar to Jalwalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Jalwalli is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalwalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalwalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalwalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalwalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jalwalli
Where is Jalwalli located?
Jalwalli village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalwalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalwalli is Jalvalli.
What is the pincode of Jalwalli?
The pincode of Jalwalli is 581334.
What is the population of Jalwalli?
Jalwalli has a total population of 2,733, including 1,397 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Jalwalli?
There are 584 households in Jalwalli.
What is the literacy rate in Jalwalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalwalli is 75.38%. Male literacy is 81.96% and female literacy is 68.49%.