Jhanau - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Jhanau 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 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jhanaoun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhanau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhanau is 043193. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.77 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhanau 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 Jhanau
As per Census 2011, Jhanau village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 198 males and 212 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhanau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 198 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 154 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 44 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Jhanau
Jhanau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pabela | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Ghogas | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Jhald | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Gurai | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Bajela Chak Tyurna | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Churerna | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Arota | East | 2.35 km |
| Polkhand | West | 2.70 km |
| Tyuna | East | 2.77 km |
| Khateli | South-East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhanau
Public transport in the Jhanau 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 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Jhanau is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jhanau is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhanau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhanau 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 Jhanau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhanau 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhanau
Where is Jhanau located?
Jhanau village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanau?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanau is Jhanaoun.
What is the pincode of Jhanau?
The pincode of Jhanau is 249161.
What is the population of Jhanau?
Jhanau has a total population of 410, including 198 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Jhanau?
There are 103 households in Jhanau.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhanau is 63.90%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 50.94%.