Jar Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Jar Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 55 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jar Gaon is 044325. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.64 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Jar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Jar Gaon village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 426 males and 407 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 426 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 147 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 327 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 99 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Jar Gaon
Jar Gaon 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 Jar Gaon
Public transport in the Jar Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chamba to Jar Gaon is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jar Gaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jar Gaon
Where is Jar Gaon located?
Jar Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jar Gaon is Jargaon.
What is the pincode of Jar Gaon?
The pincode of Jar Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Jar Gaon?
Jar Gaon has a total population of 833, including 426 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Jar Gaon?
There are 165 households in Jar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jar Gaon is 69.39%. Male literacy is 76.76% and female literacy is 61.67%.