Bharvas - Amalner, Jalgaon
Bharvas is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Bharvas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharvas is 527507. The village covers a total geographical area of 835.1 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bharvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharvas
As per Census 2011, Bharvas village has a total population of 1,705 people, consisting of 858 males and 847 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharvas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,705 | 858 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 86 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 646 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 212 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Bharvas
Bharvas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lon Charam | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Eklahare | North | 2.31 km |
| Lon Sim | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Lonpancham | East | 2.81 km |
| Lon Kh. | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Padase | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Bodarde | West | 3.31 km |
| Ektas | North | 3.44 km |
| Lon Bk. | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Kalambe | North-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharvas
Bharvas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padse, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Bharvas is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Bharvas is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharvas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharvas 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Bharvas
Where is Bharvas located?
Bharvas village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharvas?
Bharvas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharvas?
The pincode of Bharvas is 425401.
What is the population of Bharvas?
Bharvas has a total population of 1,705, including 858 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Bharvas?
There are 328 households in Bharvas.
What is the literacy rate in Bharvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharvas is 69.56%. Male literacy is 75.29% and female literacy is 63.75%.