Jhanau

Jhanau is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Jhanaoun is the gram panchayat of Jhanau village.

Jhanau 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 Jhanau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhanau is 043193. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Jhanau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jhanau 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 Jhanau

Below is a concise population overview of Jhanau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 410 198 212
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 30 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 8 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 262 154 108
Illiterate Population 148 44 104

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhanau village:

  • The total population of Jhanau village is around 410, including approximately 198 males and 212 females, with a sex ratio of 1070 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Jhanau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhanau village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhanau village is about 63.90%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 50.94%.
  • There are around 103 households in Jhanau village.

Connectivity of Jhanau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhanau. As per the 2011 stats, Jhanau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhanau

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhanau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhanau.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhanau

Where is Jhanau located?
Jhanau village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanau?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanau is Jhanaoun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhanau?
The pincode of Jhanau is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhanau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhanau is 410, with 198 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Jhanau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhanau village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhanau is 63.90%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 50.94%.