Jau
About Jau
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jau village is 560726. Jau village is located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Jau village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 444 hectares. Jau has a total population of 1,158 peoples, out of which male population is 545 while female population is 613. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1124 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jau village is 69.26% out of which 72.66% males and 66.23% females are literate. There are about 216 houses in jau village.
When it comes to administration, Jau village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jau village comes under Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Latur Lok Sabha constituency. Nilanga is nearest town to jau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Jau
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,158 | 545 | 613 |
| Children (0-6) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 396 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 149 | 207 |
Connectivity of Jau
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jau
Where is Jau located?
Jau village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jau?
Jau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jau is 1,158, with 545 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Jau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jau village has a total of 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jau is 69.26%. The male literacy rate is 72.66%, while the female literacy rate is 66.23%.