Jalwai
Jalwai is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Aswali is the gram panchayat of Jalwai village.
Jalwai has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Jalwai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalwai is 551578. The village spans a total geographical area of 338.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401702. Dahanu is nearest town to Jalwai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jalwai 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 Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar 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 Jalwai
Below is a concise population overview of Jalwai 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 | 1,405 | 632 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 159 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,382 | 619 | 763 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 273 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 359 | 600 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jalwai village:
- The total population of Jalwai village is around 1,405, including approximately 632 males and 773 females, with a sex ratio of 1223 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 310 children aged 0–6 years in Jalwai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jalwai village has 1,382 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jalwai village is about 31.74%, with male literacy at 43.20% and female literacy at 22.38%.
- There are around 306 households in Jalwai village.
Connectivity of Jalwai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalwai. As per the 2011 stats, Jalwai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalwai
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalwai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalwai
- Where is Jalwai located?
- Jalwai village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalwai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jalwai is Aswali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jalwai?
- The pincode of Jalwai is 401702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalwai is 1,405, with 632 males and 773 females.
- How many households are there in Jalwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalwai village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalwai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalwai is 31.74%. The male literacy rate is 43.20%, while the female literacy rate is 22.38%.