Jambhulgaon - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Jambhulgaon is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Kasarde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambhulgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambhulgaon is 566408. The village covers a total geographical area of 615 hectares and falls under the 416801 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jambhulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambhulgaon
As per Census 2011, Jambhulgaon village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 488 males and 486 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 738 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambhulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 488 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 738 | 389 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 99 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Jambhulgaon
Jambhulgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Dakshin Gavthan | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Kasarde | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Dhareshwar | East | 2.69 km |
| Audumbarnagar | West | 2.75 km |
| Sardarwadi | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Nadhavade | North | 3.88 km |
| Anandnagar | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Kokisare | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Talere | West | 4.77 km |
| Dabgaon | South | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jambhulgaon
Jambhulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 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 Rajapur to Jambhulgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Jambhulgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambhulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambhulgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jambhulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambhulgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jambhulgaon
Where is Jambhulgaon located?
Jambhulgaon village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambhulgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jambhulgaon is Kasarde.
What is the pincode of Jambhulgaon?
The pincode of Jambhulgaon is 416801.
What is the population of Jambhulgaon?
Jambhulgaon has a total population of 974, including 488 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Jambhulgaon?
There are 258 households in Jambhulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jambhulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambhulgaon is 75.77%. Male literacy is 79.71% and female literacy is 71.81%.