Jewalwahi - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Jewalwahi is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chicholi serves as the Village Panchayat for Jewalwahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jewalwahi is 538959. The village covers a total geographical area of 718 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Jewalwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jewalwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Jewalwahi village had a total population of 364 people, including 186 males and 178 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.28%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 56.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 357.
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 | 364 | 186 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 184 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 114 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 72 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Jewalwahi
Jewalwahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chicholi | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Metejangada | North | 2.66 km |
| Pusawandi | West | 3.06 km |
| Bhusamkudo | South | 3.29 km |
| Warkekasa | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Sode | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Jangada Bk | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Japtalai | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Toyagondi | North | 5.45 km |
| Modebhatti | North | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jewalwahi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jewalwahi. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Jewalwahi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Jewalwahi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jewalwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jewalwahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jewalwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jewalwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jewalwahi
Where is Jewalwahi located?
Jewalwahi village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jewalwahi?
The Village Panchayat of Jewalwahi is Chicholi.
What is the pincode of Jewalwahi?
The pincode of Jewalwahi is 442606.
What is the population of Jewalwahi?
Jewalwahi had a total population of 364, including 186 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Jewalwahi?
Jewalwahi had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jewalwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jewalwahi was 62.28%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 56.63%.