Jambugaon - Dahanu, Palghar
Jambugaon is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Dahanu and around 145 km from Thane. Jambugaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambugaon is 551579. The village covers a total geographical area of 1376 hectares and falls under the 401702 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jambugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jambugaon village had a total population of 7,298 people, including 3,443 males and 3,855 females, living in 1,509 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.22%, with male literacy at 61.95% and female literacy at 38.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7,170.
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 | 7,298 | 3,443 | 3,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,183 | 589 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7,170 | 3,373 | 3,797 |
| Literate Population | 3,010 | 1,768 | 1,242 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,288 | 1,675 | 2,613 |
Nearby Villages of Jambugaon
Jambugaon 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 Jambugaon
Jambugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jambugaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dahanu to Jambugaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Jambugaon is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambugaon 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 Jambugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambugaon 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jambugaon
Where is Jambugaon located?
Jambugaon village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jambugaon?
Jambugaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambugaon?
The pincode of Jambugaon is 401702.
What is the population of Jambugaon?
Jambugaon had a total population of 7,298, including 3,443 males and 3,855 females.
How many households are there in Jambugaon?
Jambugaon had 1,509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jambugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambugaon was 49.22%. Male literacy was 61.95% and female literacy was 38.09%.