Jambul - Lonar, Buldhana
Jambul is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Lonar and around 101 km from Buldana. Jambul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambul is 529578. The village covers a total geographical area of 1177.03 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jambul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambul
As per Census 2011, Jambul village has a total population of 1,987 people, consisting of 1,028 males and 959 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,987 | 1,028 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 131 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 160 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 714 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 314 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Jambul
Jambul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalner | West | 2.44 km |
| Wadhav | East | 3.18 km |
| Deulgaon Waisa | South | 3.64 km |
| Ardav | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Palaskhed | North | 4.14 km |
| Hirdav | North | 4.63 km |
| Kundlas | West | 4.65 km |
| Sonuna | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Kaulkhed | East | 5.53 km |
| Gotra | South-West | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jambul
Jambul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 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 Lonar to Jambul is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Jambul is about 101 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 Jambul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jambul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambul 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jambul
Where is Jambul located?
Jambul village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambul?
Jambul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambul?
The pincode of Jambul is 443302.
What is the population of Jambul?
Jambul has a total population of 1,987, including 1,028 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Jambul?
There are 420 households in Jambul.
What is the literacy rate in Jambul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambul is 57.93%. Male literacy is 69.46% and female literacy is 45.57%.