Jhandichaod Uttri Village Pauri Garhwal

Jhandichaod Uttri Village Pauri Garhwal

Jhandichaod Uttri is a small village in the Kotdwara Tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand. The village is located in the foothill belt of Garhwal Himalayas and is a part of the fast-developing region of Kotdwara. Jhandichaod Uttri was one of the more populated villages in this area – Census 2011 records a population of 2073 in 422 households. The PIN code of the village is 246149 and the Census Village Code is 048536.

The village benefits from its proximity to Kotdwara, which provides better connectivity and access to the village and its facilities as compared to many remote villages of the hills of Pauri Garhwal.

Location & Geography & Culture

Location & Geography

Jhandichaod Uttri is located in Tehsil Kotdwara, about 16 km from Kotdwara town and about 122 km from Pauri town. The geographical area of the village is 140.22 ha.

There are the following surrounding landscapes:

• Agricultural fields

Seasonal गधेरा (small streams)

• Low Himalayan foothills
• Forest patches and rural settlements
• Fertile agricultural land

The village is situated in the transitional zone between the plains and the Garhwal hills, and so has a comparatively moderate climate all year round.

Culture

The culture of Jhandichaod Uttri is a blend of the traditional Garhwali culture and the adjoining Kotdwara's influence.

How to Reach

By Air

Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is the nearest airport, which is around 95-110 kms away as per the route.

By Train

The railway station nearby is Kotdwara Railway Station (approx. 16 Km from the village). The railway station at Kotdwara is well connected with Delhi and several cities in the North.

By Road

• Take a bus, train or private car to Kotdwara.
• Local taxi and shared services are available from Kotdwara.
• An ability to access the village via local motorable roads at most times of the year.

What to know before visiting.

• Jhandichaod Uttri is basically a residential as well as agricultural settlement.
• The level of mobile network coverage is good as it is close to Kotdwara.
• Summer temperatures are warm and winter is still pleasant.
• Respect local customs and religious practices.
• Don't litter in the vicinity of forests, fields and water channels.
• Ask permission to enter private agricultural property.
• When traveling to nearby rural areas, use cash.

Quick Facts Table

Particular	Details
Village Name	Jhandichaod Uttri
District	Pauri Garhwal
Tehsil	Kotdwara
State	Uttarakhand
Census Village Code	048536
PIN Code	246149
Population (2011)	2,073
Households	422
Male Population	1,057
Female Population	1,016
Sex Ratio	961
Literacy Rate	77.95%
Area	140.22 Hectares
Nearest Town	Kotdwara
Distance from Kotdwara	Approx. 16 km
Assembly Constituency	Kotdwar
Parliamentary Constituency	Garhwal
Main Languages	Garhwali, Hindi

This Village is Special

One of the distinguishing features of Jhandichaod Uttri is its proximity to Kotdwar, and yet its traditional ambiance is that of a Garhwali village. It has a higher population than a number of small mountain villages and more access to education and health care facilities.

Based on the information gathered from the census data, it is observed that the village area has primary and secondary educational institutions and medical facilities, which is not very common in the villages of the Himalayas.

The village is a snapshot of the evolving landscape of rural Uttarakhand, where the old and new co-exist, with improved infrastructure and connectivity.

Conclusion

Jhandichaod Uttri is a fascinating mix of rural Garhwal and modernity. The village is near Kotdwara and enjoys the benefits of transport, education and healthcare, but manages to retain much of the traditional culture of the Garhwali people. The agricultural activities, the lifestyle of the people and its foothill location give visitors a true sense of life in the lower Himalaya. Jhandi Chhatri is a great and authentic way to experience Pauri Garhwal that is more than just a tourist destination.

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