Jardhar Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Jardhar Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jardhargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jardhar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jardhar Gaon is 044011. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.27 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jardhar Gaon 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 Jardhar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jardhar Gaon village had a total population of 1,413 people, including 613 males and 800 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 1,305 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.68%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 61.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 1,413 | 613 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 84 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 112 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 487 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 126 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Jardhar Gaon
Jardhar Gaon 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 Jardhar Gaon
Jardhar Gaon 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 Chamba to Jardhar Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jardhar Gaon is about 28 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 Jardhar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jardhar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jardhar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jardhar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jardhar Gaon
Where is Jardhar Gaon located?
Jardhar Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jardhar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jardhar Gaon is Jardhargaon.
What is the pincode of Jardhar Gaon?
The pincode of Jardhar Gaon is 249001.
What is the population of Jardhar Gaon?
Jardhar Gaon had a total population of 1,413, including 613 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Jardhar Gaon?
Jardhar Gaon had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jardhar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jardhar Gaon was 74.68%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 61.59%.