Jhald - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Jhald is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 72 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jald serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhald village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhald is 043196. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.79 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhald village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Jhald
As per Census 2011, Jhald village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 173 males and 192 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhald are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 173 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 123 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 50 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Jhald
Jhald 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulakandi | South | 1.52 km |
| Polkhand | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Jhanau | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Jogiyana | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Pabela | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Gurai | East | 2.13 km |
| Borgaon | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Ghogas | North | 2.38 km |
| Shrikot | West | 2.54 km |
| Kakraru | North-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhald
Jhald is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Jhald is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jhald is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhald
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhald village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhald
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhald village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhald
Where is Jhald located?
Jhald village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhald?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhald is Jald.
What is the pincode of Jhald?
The pincode of Jhald is 249122.
What is the population of Jhald?
Jhald has a total population of 365, including 173 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Jhald?
There are 80 households in Jhald.
What is the literacy rate in Jhald?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhald is 57.26%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 44.79%.