Jarawandi - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Jarawandi is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Jarawandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarawandi is 539500. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.14 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Jarawandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jarawandi
As per Census 2011, Jarawandi village has a total population of 1,898 people, consisting of 955 males and 943 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,452 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 994 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarawandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,898 | 955 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 994 | 490 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 1,452 | 787 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 168 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Jarawandi
Jarawandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jarawandi
Jarawandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Jarawandi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarawandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarawandi 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 Jarawandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarawandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jarawandi
Where is Jarawandi located?
Jarawandi village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarawandi?
Jarawandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarawandi?
The pincode of Jarawandi is 442704.
What is the population of Jarawandi?
Jarawandi has a total population of 1,898, including 955 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Jarawandi?
There are 388 households in Jarawandi.
What is the literacy rate in Jarawandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarawandi is 76.50%. Male literacy is 82.41% and female literacy is 70.52%.