Jhawar Village is a small village in a rural area of Kotdwara Tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand. The village is part of the Amsaud gram panchayat and the Dugadda block. The 2011 Census reported there to be 225 people in 43 households in Jhawar. The village is situated in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas, where traditional agriculture and way of life play a significant role in the area's economy and culture.
Close to Kotdwara, yet within the peaceful atmosphere of a traditional Garhwali village, surrounded by green, seasonal waterways and fields of agricultural land.
Jhawar is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, about 13 km away from Kotdwara town. The village is situated in a lower Himalayan area characterized by gently sloping hills, land for cultivation, forest areas and seasonal small mountain streams (गधेरा). The PIN code of the village is 246149.
The surrounding environment consists of:
Seasonal streams and rain-fed channels
The climate in Jhawar is comparatively moderate throughout the year as against higher altitude regions of Garhwal.
The cultural activities of Jhawar are typical of those of the entire Garhwal region. The involvement of the community is also crucial on festivals, weddings and religious occasions.
Typical festivals are:
The traditional cultural programmes of Garhwali are organized. Traditional Cultural programmes of Garhwali are organized.
The major languages of the people are Garhwali and Hindi.
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which has daily flights to major cities in India.
The nearest railway station is Kotdwara railway station, which is simultaneously connected to cities in North India and also to Delhi.
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Particular |
Details |
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Village Name |
Jhawar |
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District |
Pauri Garhwal |
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Tehsil |
Kotdwara |
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Block |
Dugadda |
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Gram Panchayat |
Amsaud |
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State |
Uttarakhand |
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PIN Code |
246149 |
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Population (2011) |
225 |
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Households |
43 |
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Male Population |
112 |
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Female Population |
113 |
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Sex Ratio |
1008 |
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Children (0–6 Years) |
36 |
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Literacy Rate |
86.24% |
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Main Languages |
Garhwali, Hindi |
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Distance from Kotdwara |
Approx. 13 km |
Jhawar is special in that it is the more subdued end of the Garhwal foothills. Other parts of Uttarakhand, which are not within the lure of famous hill stations and pilgrimage routes, are built like Jhawar, where the traditional rhythm of village life has been preserved.
The literacy rate in the village was over 86%, which is more than the state average of 83.8% in Uttarakhand in the 2011 Census. Also has a good gender balance, which shows a stable rural community.
Being relatively close to Kotdwara enables the residents to enjoy the benefits of the urban facilities and their agricultural and cultural activities.
Jhawar Village is representative of the life of the foothills of Garhwal. The village is surrounded by fields, seasonal streams, and natural vegetation, which create a serene and picturesque setting. It is located near Kotdwara and thus is convenient, and its traditional way of life has kept the spirit of Garhwali alive. Jhawar is a true specimen of the Himalayan village where the life of the village, agriculture and local traditions are continuing quietly amongst the hills without any claim to the glory of fame.
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