Jogalwadi - Mokhada, Palghar
Jogalwadi is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Mokhada and around 115 km from Thane. Sayade serves as the Village Panchayat for Jogalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogalwadi is 551999. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.74 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jogalwadi 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 Jogalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Jogalwadi village had a total population of 999 people, including 517 males and 482 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.95%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 60.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 954.
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 | 999 | 517 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 954 | 488 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 318 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 199 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Jogalwadi
Jogalwadi 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 Jogalwadi
Jogalwadi 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 Jogalwadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Jogalwadi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jogalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogalwadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jogalwadi
Where is Jogalwadi located?
Jogalwadi village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jogalwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Jogalwadi is Sayade.
What is the pincode of Jogalwadi?
The pincode of Jogalwadi is 401604.
What is the population of Jogalwadi?
Jogalwadi had a total population of 999, including 517 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Jogalwadi?
Jogalwadi had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jogalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogalwadi was 67.95%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 60.93%.