Yewala - Ghansawangi, Jalna
Yewala is a village situated in the Ghansawangi tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansawangi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Yewala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yewala is 547928. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.17 hectares and falls under the 431207 pincode. Partur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Yewala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yewala
As per Census 2011, Yewala village has a total population of 772 people, consisting of 392 males and 380 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yewala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 772 | 392 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 50 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 296 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 96 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Yewala
Yewala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bor Ranjani | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Deoli Ambad | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Deoli Partur | East | 3.01 km |
| Krishnapurwadi | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Sarapgavhan | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Pangra | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Shevgal | West | 3.58 km |
| Chitravadgaon | North | 4.47 km |
| Pangra Tandi | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Karadgaon | North-West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yewala
Yewala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranjani, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Partur to Yewala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Yewala 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 Yewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yewala 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Yewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yewala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yewala
Where is Yewala located?
Yewala village is located in Ghansawangi Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yewala?
Yewala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yewala?
The pincode of Yewala is 431207.
What is the population of Yewala?
Yewala has a total population of 772, including 392 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Yewala?
There are 173 households in Yewala.
What is the literacy rate in Yewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yewala is 64.38%. Male literacy is 75.51% and female literacy is 52.89%.