Jogiyana - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Jogiyana is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 68 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jogiyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogiyana is 043207. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.88 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Jogiyana 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 Jogiyana
According to the 2011 Census, Jogiyana village had a total population of 582 people, including 298 males and 284 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.76%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 54.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 582 | 298 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 33 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 233 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 65 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Jogiyana
Jogiyana 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 | West | 0.81 km |
| Puldiyana | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Lawethi | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Khateli | East | 1.73 km |
| Chami | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Surari | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Jhald | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Gurai | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Rupoli Chak | South | 2.14 km |
| Sisai | East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jogiyana
Jogiyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 36.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jogiyana is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jogiyana is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogiyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogiyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jogiyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogiyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jogiyana
Where is Jogiyana located?
Jogiyana village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jogiyana?
Jogiyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jogiyana?
The pincode of Jogiyana is 249122.
What is the population of Jogiyana?
Jogiyana had a total population of 582, including 298 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Jogiyana?
Jogiyana had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jogiyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogiyana was 71.76%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 54.33%.