Juthanwas - Rudraprayag
Juthanwas is a village situated in the Rudraprayag tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Rudraprayag, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juthanwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juthanwas is 042361. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.85 hectares and falls under the 246171 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Juthanwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juthanwas
As per Census 2011, Juthanwas village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 115 males and 156 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,356 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juthanwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 115 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 88 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 27 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Juthanwas
Juthanwas 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 Juthanwas
Public transport in the Juthanwas is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Juthanwas is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juthanwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juthanwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Juthanwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juthanwas 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Juthanwas
Where is Juthanwas located?
Juthanwas village is located in Rudraprayag Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juthanwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Juthanwas is Gahar.
What is the pincode of Juthanwas?
The pincode of Juthanwas is 246171.
What is the population of Juthanwas?
Juthanwas has a total population of 271, including 115 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Juthanwas?
There are 62 households in Juthanwas.
What is the literacy rate in Juthanwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juthanwas is 68.27%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 62.18%.