Jalod - Amalner, Jalgaon
Jalod is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Jalod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalod is 527423. The village covers a total geographical area of 2445.71 hectares and falls under the 425420 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jalod 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 Jalod
As per Census 2011, Jalod village has a total population of 2,537 people, consisting of 1,297 males and 1,240 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,677 literate and 860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 701 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,537 | 1,297 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 159 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 59 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 701 | 371 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 1,677 | 950 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 347 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Jalod
Jalod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangapuri | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Khaushi Bk. | South | 3.70 km |
| Nalkhede | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Amalgaon | West | 3.86 km |
| Mathagavhan | East | 3.87 km |
| Hingone Sim Pra.jalod | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Pimpli Pr.jalod | South | 4.23 km |
| Malkheda | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Rundhati | East | 4.73 km |
| Anwarde Kh. | North | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalod
Public transport in the Jalod is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takarkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Jalod is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Jalod is about 73 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 Jalod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalod 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jalod
Where is Jalod located?
Jalod village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalod?
Jalod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalod?
The pincode of Jalod is 425420.
What is the population of Jalod?
Jalod has a total population of 2,537, including 1,297 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Jalod?
There are 571 households in Jalod.
What is the literacy rate in Jalod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalod is 66.10%. Male literacy is 73.25% and female literacy is 58.63%.