Winwal - Jawhar, Palghar
Winwal is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Jawhar and around 122 km from Thane. Vinval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Winwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Winwal is 551887. The village covers a total geographical area of 769 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Winwal 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 Winwal
As per Census 2011, Winwal village has a total population of 2,536 people, consisting of 1,297 males and 1,239 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 1,310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,398 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Winwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,536 | 1,297 | 1,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 168 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,398 | 1,215 | 1,183 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 728 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 569 | 741 |
Nearby Villages of Winwal
Winwal 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 Winwal
Winwal 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 Winwal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Winwal is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Winwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Winwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Winwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Winwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Winwal
Where is Winwal located?
Winwal village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Winwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Winwal is Vinval.
What is the pincode of Winwal?
The pincode of Winwal is 401603.
What is the population of Winwal?
Winwal has a total population of 2,536, including 1,297 males and 1,239 females.
How many households are there in Winwal?
There are 433 households in Winwal.
What is the literacy rate in Winwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Winwal is 48.34%. Male literacy is 56.13% and female literacy is 40.19%.