Jhow Island
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| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Arabian Sea |
| Coordinates | 19°29′56″N 72°49′00″E / 19.49889°N 72.81667°E |
| Area | 1.23002 km2 (0.47491 sq mi) |
| Coastline | 6.10 km (3.79 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Administration | |
India | |
| State | Maharashtra |
Jhow Island is a continental island located at the mouth of Vasai Creek of the Vaitarna River in the Arabian Sea, near the Palghar district in Maharashtra, India. It has villages such as Chikhaldongri and Naringi.[1]
It spans an area of approximately 1.23 square kilometers with an elevation of about 1 meter.[2][3][4] The island's margins are covered with mangroves, while the interior is used for cultivation. The flora includes mangrove species and associated plants, while the fauna comprises crustaceans, marine invertebrates, fish, and seabirds.[1]
The primary economic activities on Jhow Island include agriculture and fishing. The shortest distance from the mainland is 2 km from Khardi and 3 km from Vihar villages. The nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai, 55 km away.[1]
