Jawar - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Jawar is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 91 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Lachmoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawar is 043256. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.65 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jawar 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 Jawar
According to the 2011 Census, Jawar village had a total population of 72 people, including 34 males and 38 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.06%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 41.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Jawar
Jawar 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 Jawar
Jawar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kirtinagar to Jawar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jawar is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jawar
Where is Jawar located?
Jawar village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawar is Lachmoli.
What is the pincode of Jawar?
The pincode of Jawar is 249161.
What is the population of Jawar?
Jawar had a total population of 72, including 34 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Jawar?
Jawar had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawar was 56.06%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 41.67%.