Jorve - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Jorve is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Sangamner and around 100 km from Ahmadnagar. Jorve village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jorve is 557369. The village covers a total geographical area of 1652 hectares and falls under the 422605 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jorve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirdi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jorve
According to the 2011 Census, Jorve village had a total population of 5,248 people, including 2,731 males and 2,517 females, living in 1,025 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.62%, with male literacy at 88.98% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 683, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 643.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,248 | 2,731 | 2,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 705 | 407 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 359 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 643 | 333 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 3,708 | 2,068 | 1,640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 663 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Jorve
Jorve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolhewadi | North | 1.70 km |
| Rahimpur | East | 3.12 km |
| Kharadi | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Wadgaon Pan | North | 3.54 km |
| Nimbale | West | 3.54 km |
| Waghapur | West | 3.59 km |
| Samnapur | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Pimparne | South | 4.18 km |
| Jakhori | South | 4.39 km |
| Kankapur | South-East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jorve
Jorve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.8 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 Sangamner to Jorve is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Jorve is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jorve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jorve 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 Jorve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jorve 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jorve
Where is Jorve located?
Jorve village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jorve?
Jorve is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jorve?
The pincode of Jorve is 422605.
What is the population of Jorve?
Jorve had a total population of 5,248, including 2,731 males and 2,517 females.
How many households are there in Jorve?
Jorve had 1,025 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jorve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jorve was 81.62%. Male literacy was 88.98% and female literacy was 73.91%.