Jawala - Darwha, Yavatmal
Jawala is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Jawala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawala is 542536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.32 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawala
As per Census 2011, Jawala village has a total population of 1,227 people, consisting of 650 males and 577 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 650 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 458 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 192 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Jawala
Jawala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jawala
Jawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Darwha to Jawala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Jawala is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Darwha 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 445202.
What is the population of Jawala?
Jawala has a total population of 1,227, including 650 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Jawala?
There are 311 households in Jawala.
What is the literacy rate in Jawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawala is 60.72%. Male literacy is 70.46% and female literacy is 49.74%.