Jawalarjun - Purandhar, Pune
Jawalarjun is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Javalajun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawalarjun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawalarjun is 556480. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029 hectares and falls under the 412303 pincode. Jejuri is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jawalarjun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawalarjun
As per Census 2011, Jawalarjun village has a total population of 2,347 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,164 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,749 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawalarjun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,347 | 1,183 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 50 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 945 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 238 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Jawalarjun
Jawalarjun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambi Bk | East | 2.76 km |
| Mawadi Kade Pathar | South | 3.15 km |
| Pandeshwar | North | 3.49 km |
| Nazare Supe | West | 3.60 km |
| Nazare Kade Pathar | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Jogwadi | South | 4.80 km |
| Ambi Kh | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Pimpri | North-West | 5.60 km |
| Kolvihire | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Morgaon | South-East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawalarjun
Jawalarjun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jejuri, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jejuri to Jawalarjun is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Jawalarjun is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawalarjun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawalarjun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawalarjun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawalarjun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jawalarjun
Where is Jawalarjun located?
Jawalarjun village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawalarjun?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawalarjun is Javalajun.
What is the pincode of Jawalarjun?
The pincode of Jawalarjun is 412303.
What is the population of Jawalarjun?
Jawalarjun has a total population of 2,347, including 1,183 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Jawalarjun?
There are 499 households in Jawalarjun.
What is the literacy rate in Jawalarjun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawalarjun is 74.52%. Male literacy is 79.88% and female literacy is 69.07%.