Jwalachak - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Jwalachak is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 76 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jakh (gyarahgaon) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jwalachak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jwalachak is 043009. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.5 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Jwalachak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jwalachak
According to the 2011 Census, Jwalachak village had a total population of 28 people, including 11 males and 17 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,545 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.19%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Jwalachak
Jwalachak 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 Jwalachak
Public transport in the Jwalachak is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Jwalachak is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jwalachak is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jwalachak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jwalachak 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 Jwalachak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jwalachak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jwalachak
Where is Jwalachak located?
Jwalachak village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jwalachak?
The Gram Panchayat of Jwalachak is Jakh (gyarahgaon).
What is the pincode of Jwalachak?
The pincode of Jwalachak is 249155.
What is the population of Jwalachak?
Jwalachak had a total population of 28, including 11 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Jwalachak?
Jwalachak had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jwalachak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jwalachak was 85.19%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.47%.