Jambud - Malshiras, Solapur
Jambud is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Jambud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambud is 562484. The village covers a total geographical area of 1809.45 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jambud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambud
As per Census 2011, Jambud village has a total population of 4,854 people, consisting of 2,542 males and 2,312 females. The village has 1,139 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 639 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,147 literate and 1,707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,854 | 2,542 | 2,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 639 | 346 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,202 | 616 | 586 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,147 | 1,852 | 1,295 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,707 | 690 | 1,017 |
Nearby Villages of Jambud
Jambud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vithalwadi | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Mire | North | 3.58 km |
| Neware | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Khalawe | South | 3.98 km |
| Malkhambi | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Avhe | East | 4.14 km |
| Borgaon | West | 4.41 km |
| Nandore | East | 5.71 km |
| Bondale | South-West | 5.82 km |
| Dasur | South | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jambud
Jambud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandharpur to Jambud is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Jambud is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jambud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambud 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 Jambud
Where is Jambud located?
Jambud village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambud?
Jambud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambud?
The pincode of Jambud is 413112.
What is the population of Jambud?
Jambud has a total population of 4,854, including 2,542 males and 2,312 females.
How many households are there in Jambud?
There are 1,139 households in Jambud.
What is the literacy rate in Jambud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambud is 64.83%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 56.01%.