Jambhale - Ambarnath, Thane
Jambhale is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Savare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambhale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambhale is 553065. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.75 hectares and falls under the 421503 pincode. Badlapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jambhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambhale
As per Census 2011, Jambhale village has a total population of 633 people, consisting of 332 males and 301 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 332 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 267 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 65 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Jambhale
Jambhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devaloli | South | 0.80 km |
| Sape | West | 1.41 km |
| Chamtoli | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Savare | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Dahivali | West | 2.48 km |
| Kanhor | East | 2.61 km |
| Tan | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Kasgaon | South | 3.02 km |
| Indgaon | East | 3.46 km |
| Kudsavare | South-East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jambhale
Jambhale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badlapur to Jambhale is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Jambhale is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambhale 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 Jambhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambhale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jambhale
Where is Jambhale located?
Jambhale village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambhale?
The Gram Panchayat of Jambhale is Savare.
What is the pincode of Jambhale?
The pincode of Jambhale is 421503.
What is the population of Jambhale?
Jambhale has a total population of 633, including 332 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Jambhale?
There are 138 households in Jambhale.
What is the literacy rate in Jambhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambhale is 75.36%. Male literacy is 80.42% and female literacy is 69.77%.