Jayeshwar - Jawhar, Palghar
Jayeshwar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Jawhar and around 110 km from Thane. Kasatwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jayeshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jayeshwar is 551914. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jayeshwar 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 Jayeshwar
As per Census 2011, Jayeshwar village has a total population of 572 people, consisting of 288 males and 284 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 563 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jayeshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 572 | 288 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 283 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 189 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 99 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Jayeshwar
Jayeshwar 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 Jayeshwar
Jayeshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Jayeshwar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Jayeshwar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jayeshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jayeshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jayeshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jayeshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jayeshwar
Where is Jayeshwar located?
Jayeshwar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jayeshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jayeshwar is Kasatwadi.
What is the pincode of Jayeshwar?
The pincode of Jayeshwar is 401603.
What is the population of Jayeshwar?
Jayeshwar has a total population of 572, including 288 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Jayeshwar?
There are 123 households in Jayeshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Jayeshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jayeshwar is 54.90%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 44.01%.