Jawalethar
Jawalethar is a village located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Javalethar is the gram panchayat of Jawalethar village.
Jawalethar has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jawalethar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jawalethar is 566232. The village spans a total geographical area of 871.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416701. Rajapur is nearest town to Jawalethar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jawalethar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jawalethar
Below is a concise population overview of Jawalethar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 431 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 340 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 91 | 181 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jawalethar village:
- The total population of Jawalethar village is around 939, including approximately 431 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 1178 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Jawalethar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jawalethar village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jawalethar village is about 71.03%, with male literacy at 78.89% and female literacy at 64.37%.
- There are around 265 households in Jawalethar village.
Connectivity of Jawalethar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jawalethar. As per the 2011 stats, Jawalethar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jawalethar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jawalethar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jawalethar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jawalethar
- Where is Jawalethar located?
- Jawalethar village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jawalethar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jawalethar is Javalethar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jawalethar?
- The pincode of Jawalethar is 416701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jawalethar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jawalethar is 939, with 431 males and 508 females.
- How many households are there in Jawalethar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jawalethar village has a total of 265 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jawalethar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jawalethar is 71.03%. The male literacy rate is 78.89%, while the female literacy rate is 64.37%.