Jawala - Parner, Ahilyanagar
Jawala is a village situated in the Parner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Parner and around 60 km from Ahmadnagar. Jawala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawala is 558353. The village covers a total geographical area of 2156 hectares and falls under the 414306 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Jawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawala
As per Census 2011, Jawala village has a total population of 6,097 people, consisting of 3,144 males and 2,953 females. The village has 1,279 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,135 literate and 1,962 illiterate residents. Additionally, 673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 384 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,097 | 3,144 | 2,953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 397 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 331 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 181 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 4,135 | 2,310 | 1,825 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,962 | 834 | 1,128 |
Nearby Villages of Jawala
Jawala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangvi Surya | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Gunore | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Gadilgaon | West | 3.74 km |
| Hakigatpur | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Patharwadi | North | 3.98 km |
| Majampur | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Nighoj | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Ralegan Tharepal | South | 5.36 km |
| Dhawanwadi | West | 5.54 km |
| Pimpri Jalsen | North | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawala
Jawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranjangaon Rd, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Jawala is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jawala
Where is Jawala located?
Jawala village is located in Parner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawala?
Jawala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawala?
The pincode of Jawala is 414306.
What is the population of Jawala?
Jawala has a total population of 6,097, including 3,144 males and 2,953 females.
How many households are there in Jawala?
There are 1,279 households in Jawala.
What is the literacy rate in Jawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawala is 67.82%. Male literacy is 73.47% and female literacy is 61.80%.