Juwa Village, Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal

Juwa Village, Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal

Juwa is a small village in Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. This village is part of the Dugdda development block and is a typical example of the agricultural complexity of the Garhwal Himalaya. Data from the 2011 census shows that Juwa converted from 29 households to 130 people.

Juwa is a typical Garhwali village surrounded by the hills, agricultural terraces and forest, where the practice of agriculture is closely linked to the practice of animal husbandry and community life and traditions.

Location & Geography & Culture

Location & Geography

Juwa is located in Kotdwara Tehsil of the lower Garhwal Himalayan region. The village is located in the midst of small ridges and fields, and seasonal water channels, which contribute to the local agricultural activities.

The area around the site has:

• Terraced agricultural fields
• Seasonal गधेरा (small mountain streams)
• Forest-covered slopes
• Traditional village pathways
• Water sources from nature for agricultural and household purposes

It has a moderate climate, warm summers, monsoon rainfall, and cool winters.

Culture

The village has traditional practices that have been passed down from generation to generation and these are followed in line with the Garhwali customs.

The most significant festivals were:

• Harela
• Makar Sankranti
• Holi
• Diwali

Local female deities (Devta) are worshiped.

How to Reach

By Air

Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is the closest airport, which is connected to major cities of India.

By Train

Kotdwara railway station is the nearest railway station where it is easy to reach Siddhanta railway gate in Garhwal.

By Road

• Take a train, bus, or private car to reach Kotdwara.
• Drive on in the local lanes, towards Dugadda.
• Shared taxis and local taxis are available from Kotdwara.
• The last leg to the village is linked up via rural motor roads.

Tips for The Visitor

• Juwa is not a commercial tourist place for staying but a residential village.
• Respect local customs and religious traditions.
• Bring drinking water and necessary medicines.
• Mobile connection may be different based on the network provider.
• Do not litter in forests, streams and agricultural areas.
• Get consent to photograph people or private farmland.
• Village roads or footpaths can be slippery in the monsoon season.

Quick Facts Table

Particular	Details
Village Name	Juwa
District	Pauri Garhwal
Tehsil	Kotdwara
Block	Dugadda
State	Uttarakhand
Population (2011)	130
Households	29
Male Population	61
Female Population	69
Sex Ratio	1131
Main Languages	Garhwali, Hindi
Primary Occupation	Agriculture & Livestock Rearing
Region	Lower Garhwal Himalaya

The reasons why this village is special

Juwa is unique in that it embodies the traditional nature and simplicity of the Garhwal foothills. The village is well connected to agriculture, traditions and living in the community. With a relatively high number of females to males and a small population, it has a close-knit social structure where people go on supporting each other in farming, festivals and the activities of the village.

Herbal landscapes around the village forest, seasonal streams and agricultural terraces add to the peaceful atmosphere of the village.

Conclusion

Juwa is among the many small villages that remain undisturbed and embody the culture of Pauri Garhwal in silence. The village is housed in a terraced field and is surrounded by forest and hills, and seasonal water channels, giving a true picture of rural life in Uttarakhand. Nowadays, it does not have many tourist attractions, but the traditional lifestyle, good society members of the family and the herbal atmosphere give value and importance to the Garhwal place. Juwa offers peaceful and true bliss that immerses the tourist in the nearby culture and splendor of nature.

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