Jawas - Kherwara, Udaipur
Jawas is a village situated in the Kherwara tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kherwara and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Jawas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawas is 107735. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 313803 pincode. Dungargarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jawas
As per Census 2011, Jawas village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 691 males and 651 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 982 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 691 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 575 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 116 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Jawas
Jawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samiter | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Saroli | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Prem Nagar | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Bhunwal | West | 2.84 km |
| Vikas Nagar | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Sareri | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Kelawara (a) | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Banibor | North | 3.82 km |
| Khetiyala | South | 3.86 km |
| Laxmipura | East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawas
Public transport in the Jawas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rikhabdev Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dungargarh to Jawas is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Jawas is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawas 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jawas
Where is Jawas located?
Jawas village is located in Kherwara Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawas?
Jawas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawas?
The pincode of Jawas is 313803.
What is the population of Jawas?
Jawas has a total population of 1,342, including 691 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Jawas?
There are 280 households in Jawas.
What is the literacy rate in Jawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawas is 73.17%. Male literacy is 83.21% and female literacy is 62.52%.