Jawad - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Jawad is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Kotdwara and around 109 km from Pauri. Jawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawad is 048307. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.45 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Jawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawad
As per Census 2011, Jawad village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 126 males and 150 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,190 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 126 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 105 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 21 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Jawad
Jawad 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 Jawad
Jawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kotdwara to Jawad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Jawad is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jawad
Where is Jawad located?
Jawad village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawad?
Jawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawad?
The pincode of Jawad is 246149.
What is the population of Jawad?
Jawad has a total population of 276, including 126 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Jawad?
There are 70 households in Jawad.
What is the literacy rate in Jawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawad is 68.84%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 56.67%.