Jewanu - Mori, Uttarkashi
Jewanu is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Devjani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jewanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jewanu is 040268. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.24 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Jewanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jewanu
According to the 2011 Census, Jewanu village had a total population of 192 people, including 96 males and 96 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.57%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 48.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 67 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 29 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Jewanu
Jewanu 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 Jewanu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jewanu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barkot to Jewanu is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Jewanu is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jewanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jewanu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jewanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jewanu 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 Jewanu
Where is Jewanu located?
Jewanu village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jewanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jewanu is Devjani.
What is the pincode of Jewanu?
The pincode of Jewanu is 249185.
What is the population of Jewanu?
Jewanu had a total population of 192, including 96 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Jewanu?
Jewanu had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jewanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jewanu was 62.57%. Male literacy was 76.14% and female literacy was 48.19%.