Jemunda Chak - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Jemunda Chak is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 108 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jemunda Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jemunda Chak is 043493. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.15 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Jemunda Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jemunda Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Jemunda Chak village had a total population of 90 people, including 47 males and 43 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.58%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 61.11%.
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 | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 40 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 7 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Jemunda Chak
Jemunda Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Julan Gaon | West | 0.89 km |
| Jewala | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Dodag Thapla | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Devel | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Bharpur | West | 1.70 km |
| Dang | South | 1.84 km |
| Sukri | East | 2.16 km |
| Rauniya | North | 2.30 km |
| Molga | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Bhelunta | South-West | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jemunda Chak
Jemunda Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tehri to Jemunda Chak is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jemunda Chak is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jemunda Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jemunda Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jemunda Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jemunda Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jemunda Chak
Where is Jemunda Chak located?
Jemunda Chak village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jemunda Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Jemunda Chak is Kyari.
What is the pincode of Jemunda Chak?
The pincode of Jemunda Chak is 249165.
What is the population of Jemunda Chak?
Jemunda Chak had a total population of 90, including 47 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Jemunda Chak?
Jemunda Chak had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jemunda Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jemunda Chak was 81.58%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 61.11%.