Jarola - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Jarola is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 64 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jarola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarola is 043049. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.76 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Jarola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarola
According to the 2011 Census, Jarola village had a total population of 261 people, including 112 males and 149 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,330 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.77%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 49.62%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 112 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 33 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Jarola
Jarola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lawethi | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Chami | North | 1.26 km |
| Panwar Gaon | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Malumarora Mayagaon | West | 1.54 km |
| Musana Gaon | South | 1.69 km |
| Rupoli Chak | East | 1.81 km |
| Sirmoli | West | 2.30 km |
| Puldiyana | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Kanda Laga Langoor | South | 2.41 km |
| Kulakandi | North | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarola
Jarola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Jarola is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jarola is about 64 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 Jarola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jarola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarola 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 Jarola
Where is Jarola located?
Jarola village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarola?
Jarola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarola?
The pincode of Jarola is 249122.
What is the population of Jarola?
Jarola had a total population of 261, including 112 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Jarola?
Jarola had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarola was 62.77%. Male literacy was 80.61% and female literacy was 49.62%.