Ghumawal Kh. - Chopda, Jalgaon
Ghumawal Kh. is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Machale serves as the Village Panchayat for Ghumawal Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumawal Kh. is 526751. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.13 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghumawal Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghumawal Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Ghumawal Kh. village had a total population of 492 people, including 259 males and 233 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.63%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 59.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 296.
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 | 492 | 259 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 156 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 162 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 97 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Ghumawal Kh.
Ghumawal Kh. 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 Ghumawal Kh.
Public transport in the Ghumawal Kh. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chopda to Ghumawal Kh. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ghumawal Kh. is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghumawal Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghumawal Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghumawal Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghumawal Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghumawal Kh.
Where is Ghumawal Kh. located?
Ghumawal Kh. village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ghumawal Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Ghumawal Kh. is Machale.
What is the pincode of Ghumawal Kh.?
The pincode of Ghumawal Kh. is 425107.
What is the population of Ghumawal Kh.?
Ghumawal Kh. had a total population of 492, including 259 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Ghumawal Kh.?
Ghumawal Kh. had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumawal Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumawal Kh. was 67.63%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 59.90%.