Jiwala - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Jiwala is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Devprayag and around 75 km from New Tehri. Pali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jiwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiwala is 043323. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.71 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jiwala 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 Jiwala
According to the 2011 Census, Jiwala village had a total population of 61 people, including 26 males and 35 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,346 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 65.52%.
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 | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 3 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Jiwala
Jiwala 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 Jiwala
Public transport in the Jiwala is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jiwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Jiwala is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jiwala is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jiwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jiwala
Where is Jiwala located?
Jiwala village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiwala is Pali.
What is the pincode of Jiwala?
The pincode of Jiwala is 249161.
What is the population of Jiwala?
Jiwala had a total population of 61, including 26 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Jiwala?
Jiwala had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiwala was 79.25%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 65.52%.