Jawalgaon - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Jawalgaon is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 97 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Jawalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawalgaon is 544430. The village covers a total geographical area of 1421.39 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jawalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawalgaon
As per Census 2011, Jawalgaon village has a total population of 2,775 people, consisting of 1,373 males and 1,402 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,736 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,775 | 1,373 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 201 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 206 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,736 | 970 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 403 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Jawalgaon
Jawalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamarwadi | West | 2.64 km |
| Kiramgaon | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Waghi | North | 3.20 km |
| Khairagaon (ta) | West | 3.24 km |
| Sonari | South | 3.32 km |
| Kamari | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Karanji | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Pahunmari | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Pimpri | North | 5.11 km |
| Virsani | North | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawalgaon
Jawalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Julgaon Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Jawalgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Jawalgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawalgaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jawalgaon
Where is Jawalgaon located?
Jawalgaon village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawalgaon?
Jawalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawalgaon?
The pincode of Jawalgaon is 431802.
What is the population of Jawalgaon?
Jawalgaon has a total population of 2,775, including 1,373 males and 1,402 females.
How many households are there in Jawalgaon?
There are 615 households in Jawalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jawalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawalgaon is 62.56%. Male literacy is 70.65% and female literacy is 54.64%.