Jawar
Jawar is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Lachmoli is the gram panchayat of Jawar village.
Jawar has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jawar is 043256. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249126. Kirtinagar is nearest town to Jawar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jawar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jawar
Below is a concise population overview of Jawar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jawar village:
- The total population of Jawar village is around 72, including approximately 34 males and 38 females, with a sex ratio of 1117 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Jawar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jawar village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jawar village is about 51.39%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 39.47%.
- There are around 21 households in Jawar village.
Connectivity of Jawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jawar. As per the 2011 stats, Jawar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jawar
- Where is Jawar located?
- Jawar village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jawar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jawar is Lachmoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jawar?
- The pincode of Jawar is 249126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jawar is 72, with 34 males and 38 females.
- How many households are there in Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jawar village has a total of 21 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jawar is 51.39%. The male literacy rate is 64.71%, while the female literacy rate is 39.47%.