Walwande - Jawhar, Palghar
Walwande is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Jawhar and around 98 km from Thane. Valwanda serves as the Village Panchayat for Walwande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walwande is 551935. The village covers a total geographical area of 788.97 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Walwande 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 Walwande
According to the 2011 Census, Walwande village had a total population of 2,011 people, including 989 males and 1,022 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.31%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 42.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,966.
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 | 2,011 | 989 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 176 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,966 | 959 | 1,007 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 525 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 464 | 653 |
Nearby Villages of Walwande
Walwande 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 Walwande
Walwande 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 >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 Walwande is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Walwande is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walwande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walwande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Walwande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walwande 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 Walwande
Where is Walwande located?
Walwande village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Walwande?
The Village Panchayat of Walwande is Valwanda.
What is the pincode of Walwande?
The pincode of Walwande is 401603.
What is the population of Walwande?
Walwande had a total population of 2,011, including 989 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Walwande?
Walwande had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walwande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walwande was 53.31%. Male literacy was 64.58% and female literacy was 42.71%.