Jawkheda Bk. - Bhokardan, Jalna
Jawkheda Bk. is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Javkheda Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawkheda Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawkheda Bk. is 547382. The village covers a total geographical area of 720 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jawkheda Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawkheda Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Jawkheda Bk. village had a total population of 1,637 people, including 850 males and 787 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.90%, with male literacy at 85.12% and female literacy at 54.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,637 | 850 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 124 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 103 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 618 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 232 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Jawkheda Bk.
Jawkheda Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawkheda Kh. | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Khadki | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Palaskheda Dabhadi | South | 2.46 km |
| Fulenagar | West | 3.10 km |
| Ekephal | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Janephal Dabhadi | East | 3.57 km |
| Sirasgaon Waghrul | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Latifpur | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Pimpalgaon Sutar | South | 4.19 km |
| Khadgaon | West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawkheda Bk.
Jawkheda Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| 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 Bhokardan to Jawkheda Bk. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Jawkheda Bk. is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawkheda Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawkheda Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawkheda Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawkheda Bk. 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 Jawkheda Bk.
Where is Jawkheda Bk. located?
Jawkheda Bk. village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawkheda Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawkheda Bk. is Javkheda Bk..
What is the pincode of Jawkheda Bk.?
The pincode of Jawkheda Bk. is 431114.
What is the population of Jawkheda Bk.?
Jawkheda Bk. had a total population of 1,637, including 850 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Jawkheda Bk.?
Jawkheda Bk. had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jawkheda Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawkheda Bk. was 69.90%. Male literacy was 85.12% and female literacy was 54.02%.