Jawala - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Jawala is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Jawla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawala is 533245. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.83 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jawala
As per Census 2011, Jawala village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 521 males and 445 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 521 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 58 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 425 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 96 | 142 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimbha | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Titwa | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Mogra | South | 2.64 km |
| Manjarkhed (kasaba) | East | 3.34 km |
| Baggi | North | 3.43 km |
| Ibrahimpur | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Bori | West | 3.73 km |
| Danapur | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Eklara | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Chandurkheda | South | 4.04 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 Chandur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Jawala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Jawala is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jawala
Where is Jawala located?
Jawala village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawala is Jawla.
What is the pincode of Jawala?
The pincode of Jawala is 444904.
What is the population of Jawala?
Jawala has a total population of 966, including 521 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Jawala?
There are 256 households in Jawala.
What is the literacy rate in Jawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawala is 75.36%. Male literacy is 81.57% and female literacy is 68.09%.