Jagethi - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Jagethi is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 32 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jagethi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagethi is 044068. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.93 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jagethi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagethi
According to the 2011 Census, Jagethi village had a total population of 258 people, including 112 males and 146 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 258 | 112 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 28 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Jagethi
Jagethi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurungoli | East | 0.68 km |
| Kaindkari | North | 1.02 km |
| Naicholi | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Tingari | West | 1.29 km |
| Kund Chak | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Phipalti | East | 1.56 km |
| Mathesari | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Ramol Gaon | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Naulta | East | 1.88 km |
| Margaon | South-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagethi
Jagethi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Jagethi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jagethi is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagethi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagethi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jagethi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagethi 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 Jagethi
Where is Jagethi located?
Jagethi village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagethi?
Jagethi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jagethi?
The pincode of Jagethi is 249130.
What is the population of Jagethi?
Jagethi had a total population of 258, including 112 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Jagethi?
Jagethi had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jagethi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagethi was 72.37%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 61.36%.