Juva Pankhol - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Juva Pankhol is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Hadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juva Pankhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juva Pankhol is 566518. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 416626 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Juva Pankhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juva Pankhol
According to the 2011 Census, Juva Pankhol village had a total population of 152 people, including 69 males and 83 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,203 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.24%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 89.74%.
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 | 152 | 69 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 61 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Juva Pankhol
Juva Pankhol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tondavali | North | 1.95 km |
| Gaonkarwada | East | 2.06 km |
| Ozar | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Hadi | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Kothewada | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Revandi | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Kandalgaon | East | 3.72 km |
| Wayangani | North | 4.44 km |
| Nhive | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Chander | North-East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juva Pankhol
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Juva Pankhol. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Malwan to Juva Pankhol is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Juva Pankhol is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juva Pankhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juva Pankhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Juva Pankhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juva Pankhol 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Juva Pankhol
Where is Juva Pankhol located?
Juva Pankhol village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juva Pankhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Juva Pankhol is Hadi.
What is the pincode of Juva Pankhol?
The pincode of Juva Pankhol is 416626.
What is the population of Juva Pankhol?
Juva Pankhol had a total population of 152, including 69 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Juva Pankhol?
Juva Pankhol had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juva Pankhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juva Pankhol was 94.24%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 89.74%.