Jawhar - Jawhar, Palghar
Jawhar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Jawhar and around 113 km from Thane. Kasatwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawhar is 551917. The village covers a total geographical area of 1860.3 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jawhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawhar
As per Census 2011, Jawhar village has a total population of 2,807 people, consisting of 1,355 males and 1,452 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,408 literate and 1,399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,743 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,807 | 1,355 | 1,452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 258 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,743 | 1,321 | 1,422 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 769 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,399 | 586 | 813 |
Nearby Villages of Jawhar
Jawhar 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 Jawhar
Jawhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Jawhar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Jawhar is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jawhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawhar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jawhar
Where is Jawhar located?
Jawhar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawhar is Kasatwadi.
What is the pincode of Jawhar?
The pincode of Jawhar is 401603.
What is the population of Jawhar?
Jawhar has a total population of 2,807, including 1,355 males and 1,452 females.
How many households are there in Jawhar?
There are 627 households in Jawhar.
What is the literacy rate in Jawhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawhar is 50.16%. Male literacy is 56.75% and female literacy is 44.01%.