Jiyal Garh - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Jiyal Garh is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Devprayag and around 81 km from New Tehri. Jiyalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jiyal Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiyal Garh is 043333. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.8 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jiyal Garh 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 Jiyal Garh
As per Census 2011, Jiyal Garh village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 167 males and 162 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jiyal Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 167 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 44 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Jiyal Garh
Jiyal Garh 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 Jiyal Garh
Jiyal Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kirtinagar to Jiyal Garh is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jiyal Garh is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiyal Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiyal Garh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jiyal Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiyal Garh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jiyal Garh
Where is Jiyal Garh located?
Jiyal Garh village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiyal Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiyal Garh is Jiyalgarh.
What is the pincode of Jiyal Garh?
The pincode of Jiyal Garh is 249161.
What is the population of Jiyal Garh?
Jiyal Garh has a total population of 329, including 167 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Jiyal Garh?
There are 74 households in Jiyal Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Jiyal Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiyal Garh is 69.00%. Male literacy is 73.65% and female literacy is 64.20%.