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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Walwande village has a total population of 2,011 people, consisting of 989 males and 1,022 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 894 literate and 1,117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,966 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walwande are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Walwande?
The Gram Panchayat of Walwande is Valwanda.
What is the pincode of Walwande?
The pincode of Walwande is 401603.
What is the population of Walwande?
Walwande has a total population of 2,011, including 989 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Walwande?
There are 400 households in Walwande.
What is the literacy rate in Walwande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walwande is 44.46%. Male literacy is 53.08% and female literacy is 36.11%.