Jawale - Ambegaon, Pune
Jawale is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Jawale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawale is 555537. The village covers a total geographical area of 1064.25 hectares and falls under the 412406 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jawale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawale
As per Census 2011, Jawale village has a total population of 1,530 people, consisting of 787 males and 743 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,530 | 787 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 611 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 176 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Jawale
Jawale is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nirgoodsar | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Nagapur | North | 2.94 km |
| Bharadi | West | 3.11 km |
| Shingave | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Jarkarwadi | South | 4.30 km |
| Mengadewadi | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Thorandale | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Khadaki | West | 5.68 km |
| Kathapur Bk. | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Kathapur Kh. | East | 5.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawale
Public transport in the Jawale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchvad, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Jawale is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Jawale is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jawale
Where is Jawale located?
Jawale village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawale?
Jawale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawale?
The pincode of Jawale is 412406.
What is the population of Jawale?
Jawale has a total population of 1,530, including 787 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Jawale?
There are 325 households in Jawale.
What is the literacy rate in Jawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawale is 72.03%. Male literacy is 77.64% and female literacy is 66.08%.