Jadung - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Jadung is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 94 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Harshil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jadung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jadung is 040708. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.54 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Gangotri is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Jadung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jadung
According to the 2011 Census, Jadung village had a total population of 29 people, including 29 males and 0 females, living in 29 households. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Jadung
Jadung 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 Jadung
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangotri to Jadung is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Jadung is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jadung
Where is Jadung located?
Jadung village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jadung?
The Gram Panchayat of Jadung is Harshil.
What is the pincode of Jadung?
The pincode of Jadung is 249135.
How many households are there in Jadung?
Jadung had 29 households.