Jawala - Arni, Yavatmal
Jawala is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Jawala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawala is 543201. The village covers a total geographical area of 2045.61 hectares and falls under the 445105 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Jawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawala
As per Census 2011, Jawala village has a total population of 6,686 people, consisting of 3,350 males and 3,336 females. The village has 1,682 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 712 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,014 literate and 1,672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 897 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,058 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,686 | 3,350 | 3,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 712 | 353 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 897 | 452 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,058 | 520 | 538 |
| Literate Population | 5,014 | 2,717 | 2,297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,672 | 633 | 1,039 |
Nearby Villages of Jawala
Jawala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gawana | East | 2.65 km |
| Jamb | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Khandala | West | 3.34 km |
| Kakaddara | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Kinhi | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Bramhanwada | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Dattrampur | South | 4.94 km |
| Taroda | North | 5.01 km |
| Deogaon | West | 5.06 km |
| Satara | South-West | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawala
Jawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 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 Digras to Jawala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Jawala is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jawala
Where is Jawala located?
Jawala village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawala?
Jawala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawala?
The pincode of Jawala is 445105.
What is the population of Jawala?
Jawala has a total population of 6,686, including 3,350 males and 3,336 females.
How many households are there in Jawala?
There are 1,682 households in Jawala.
What is the literacy rate in Jawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawala is 74.99%. Male literacy is 81.10% and female literacy is 68.85%.