Jeshtwari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Jeshtwari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Gadoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jeshtwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeshtwari is 040309. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.04 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jeshtwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jeshtwari
According to the 2011 Census, Jeshtwari village had a total population of 90 people, including 46 males and 44 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 46 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Jeshtwari
Jeshtwari 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 Jeshtwari
Jeshtwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Jeshtwari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Jeshtwari is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jeshtwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeshtwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jeshtwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeshtwari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jeshtwari
Where is Jeshtwari located?
Jeshtwari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jeshtwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jeshtwari is Gadoli.
What is the pincode of Jeshtwari?
The pincode of Jeshtwari is 249141.
What is the population of Jeshtwari?
Jeshtwari had a total population of 90, including 46 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Jeshtwari?
Jeshtwari had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jeshtwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeshtwari was 75.32%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 58.54%.