Wayfarer

This is the Uttarakhand's largest tribe. In 1967 the area of JAUNSAR-BAWAR was declared as tribal area and the prime reason behind this was the upliftment of this area's people who were lagging behind due to adverse geographical and political condition of this area.And today it's impact can be realized from the fact that Jaunsari people are providing their services in various state & central government's sectors across the country.

Jaunsar-Bawar is comprises two hilly region, Jaunsar is lower half and while snow-clad upper region is called Bawar. In east it is defined by the river Yamuna and by the river Tons in west,its northen part comprises Uttarkashi district and also some part of Himachal while Dehradun form its southern periphery.Its is nearly oval in shape.

The river Yamuna is locally known as Jamuna and the region other side of Jamuna in locality was known as jamunapar which later became Jaunsar while in west the river Pabbar separat Himchal from Uttarakhand hence this region was named on this river (Pabbar) which was known as Bawar.

Jaunsar-Bawar came under Tehri Estate(riyasat) but as this was peripherial part of Garhwal Riyasat so it was also under Sirmuar rulers, later Garhwal king took it back to his Riyasat and after 1814 war with GURKHAS british conquered it with Dehradun. These people trace their origin PANDVAS of MAHABHARATA and RAJPUT of Rajashtan.

Jaunsar has it's own unique culture and their culture even dosen't match with rest of state's Garhwal & Kumaon while we can see some glimpses of sirmuri and Himachali embedded in their culture.Their society generally divided as khaush,koli,dhaki,dom and lohar. Lord Mahasu is local deity and a major portion of this tribe worship lord Mahasu and famous temple of lord Mahasu is located in Hanol of Bawar region.Apart from this tribe people from other parts of state or even from other state especially Himachal are dedicated to lord Mahasu.

This tribe has their own traditional dresses, Festivals,musical instruments ,Music & flock Dances.
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LANGUAGE: Western Hindi Jaunsari & Bawari.

Traditional Musical instruments:

Dhol,
Damau,
Ransinga and Turahi etc.

FESTIVALS:

Bissu,
Jagara
Nunai,

Ganiyat

Maun,

Budi Dewali,

Jatra and Magh(january) etc.

Traditional dresses:

Chodi,
Janghel
Kurti,
Dhantu,
Ghagra,
Suthen and Jhoga etc.

Flock Music&Dance:

Raso,
Jhynta
Harul
and Laman etc.

Jaunsar has around 390 villages and 39 khat. This tribe has its own administrative process every village has a leader known as 'SYANA' this position is herediatry right. Syana is responsible to take important decision in KHUMLI (panchayat). Several village on the basis of their geographical location are grouped in KHAT, and all big KHUMLI are conducted in Khat and sometime it can be inter khat khumli all is based on the importance and complication of case.

Since these people trace their origin PANDVAS hence we can see some their culture influenced by those as woman can have more than one husband etc.

Here are some famous tourist attraction of Jaunsar-Bawar.

1. KALSI

Kalsi is small town located on the bank of Yamuna river which is around 45 km from Dehradun.Kalsi is considered as GATE WAY of Jaunsar-Bawar.Kalsi is famous for Mauryan king Ashoka's rock edict which was written on PALI language.

2. CHAKRATA

Chakrata is hilly small cantonment town at an elevation of 7000 feet which is around 100 km from Dehrdaun.Chakrta is considered as heart of Jaunsa-Bawar. Chakrata has a famous tourist spot and it fascinate tourist not only in India but from whole over globe. During summer tourist enjoy it's moderate climate and panoramic Himalayas views while snowfall in winter.

3.BUDHER (MOILA DANDA)

Budher(moila danda) is picturesque meadow at altitude of 2800 meter.It is around 15 km from Chakrata. Moila Danda is 1.5 km trek from Budher caves near lokhandi. Regarding
budher caves local people have their opinion that it was builts by PANDAVAS. Moila danda is green meadow and provide a wide range mesmerizing Himalayas view.

4.DEOBAN

Deoban is located at an altitude of 2200-3000 meter nearly 12 km away from Chakrata. Devban meaning is God's Forest.This area is reserve forest area and access is controlled by forest authorities. This area has great varieties of Flora & Fauna. Along with dense deodar forest wide species of birds and animals especially white collared blackbirds ,Himalyan woodpeckers and migratory birds during winter are main sources of attraction for tourist.Vyas shikhar is highest peak of this forest and it is believed that this is the same place where mahrishi Vyas wrote Hindu epic MAHABHARATA.

5. MUNDALI MEADOWS

Mundali alpine meadows is located at an altitude of 2800 meter and 35 km away from Chakrata. Mundali is famous for mesmerizing snow capped mountain and winter sport (mainly skiing).Mundali is also famous for its adventure treking. Mundali has huge potential for various other winter & summer sports & adventures respectively.During summer you can also enjoy hundreds of horses and other cattels panoramic view.

6.KANASAR

Kanasar is located 25 km away form Chakrata on Tiuni road.It is famous for its old dense deodar forest.Kanasar is famous for its picturesque view.along with trek it has also become famous picnic and and honeymoon spot. Kanasar rest house and canvas tents & huts are also very popular among tourists.During summer people can enjoy its moderate climate while in winter snowfall.

7. CHIMIRI

Chilmiri is highest peak surrounded by lush green deodar forest which is located around 5 km from chakrata.It is famous for its sunset and wide range panoramic view of Himalyas which include some higest peak as Bandrpuch, swarg and rohini etc.Here several species of birds, migratory birds and colourful butterfly make it birds spot in Chakrta.

8. HANOL

Hanol is a place of local chief diety Lord Mahasu temple which is located 190 km from Dehradun on Tiuni-Mori road.This ancient Mahasu temple was built in 9th century.This temple was constructed in Kath-Kuni style of architecture.People from this area want to raise this temple as 5th Dham of Uttarakhand. Hanol's Bissu, Diwali and basant panchami are famous festivals.

9.LAKHAMANDAL

Lakhamandal is ancient Hindu temple situated 130 km from Dehradun on the bank of Yamuna river.This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.Lakhamandal name is coined from two words' Lakha' meaning lakhs &'mandal' which means temple or 'Lingam'.This temple was built in 12-13th century A.D.Graphite Lingam is main attraction which shine and reflect when get wet.People believed that two statue in temple courtyard are Pnadavas brother Bhim & Arjun while some believe those statues are Danav and Manav.People believe that this is the same place where Duryadhona conspired to burn all Pandavas lakshagriha house constructed with shellac.

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10.TIGER FALL

Tiger falls is magnificent waterfall located 100 km from state capital Dehradun and 20 km from Chakrata. Tourist can take an easy trek of 5 km to reach this waterfall which is surrounded by lust of green forest. It is an elevation of 312 feet and considered one of the highest direct waterfall in India. Though it is not fully developed but it is one the best attraction for tourist and local peoples over years.It is usually a picnic spot for those who loves adventures in their life.

sources: internet(wikipedia),euttaranchal, Google earth ,india Hike.com, india mike & apna jaunsar blog.

Dehradun is interim capital of Uttarakhand. It is 236 km north of the national capital the New Delhi

and located in the DOON valley on the foothills of the Himalayas nestled between the Ganga river on the east and the river Yamuna on the west.It is well connected and in proximity to Himalyan tourist destination such as Mussoorie and Auli and the Hindu holy cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh along with the Himalayan pilgrimage circuit of Chota Char Dham.

Dehardun has been known as 'The School Capital Of India' for it's world class residential school which attract students from all over the worlds. Dehradun is considered as the coaching hub for National Defence Academy(NDA) and Combined Defence Servises ( CDS) and the prime reason behind this is that Dehradun is one of the oldest cantonment area and retiring spot for the official of the armed forces so many of these coaching institute are run by these retired officers.

Here is the list of some the prestigious school of Dehradun.

1. THE DOON SCHOOL

DOON is boys-only independent boarding school which was established in 1935. It has been ranked best resident school in India.The school is member of G20 and ROUND SQUARE group.The admission to school is based on competitive exam and an interview. It's best known alumnus is former prime minister Rajeev Gandhi.

2. WOODSTOCK SCHOOL

This is an coeducational resident school located in
Landour small hill station contiguous with to Mussoorie.

Woodstok was founded in 1854 and is one of the oldest school in Asia,operating today as a private non profit institute with Indian Christian Minority Status.WOODSTOCK offer kindergarten through GRADE 12 instruction with resident program beginning in grade 5. It is full accredited by the Middle states Association,the first school in Asia to receive accreditation in 1960.

3.KASIGA SCHOOL

KASIGA school is a co-educational, English medium school affiliated with the CBSC and the Cambridge international examination (CIE) in Dehradun.The school provide the student with opportunities of learning and expressing themselves. Each class has an open area of the back for learning through activity both independently and collaboratively. Admission are made on the basis of assessment and subsequent interview.

4. RASHTRIYA INDIAN MILETRY COLLGE (RIMC)

RIMC is public school for boys in Dehradun. RIMC is

a feeder institution for the National Defence Academy,Naval Academy and subsequently the Indian Armed force. RIMC conducts an admission process in class VII.Candidate are then shortlisted through the written test and called for Viva-Voce and have to attend a medical test. 25 cadets are admitted every six months.

5. ST.JOSEPH'S ACADEMY

St. Joseph's Academy located in the heart of DOON was established by Patrician Brothers in 1934. The school has acquired status of premium educational institute of Dehradun. This school is known for it's result throughout the nation and repeatedly producing nation toppers in Board exams.

6.WELHAM GIRL'S SCHOOL

Welham girl's school is traditional boarding school for girls in Dehradun. It was established in 1957. It was identified as one of the top performing school country-wide based on academic performance at the Indian school of certification for 2013. Welham has an exchange program with Millfield School in England,a co-educational residential school and recently with Groton school in Massachusetts.On the basis
of entrance test students got selected and student can apply for this exam in class 6th,7th and 11th only.

7. WELHAM BOY'S SCHOOL

Welham boy's school is a boarding school located in Dehradun. Welham was founded in 1937 as preparatory school for boarding school in India and England. Here anybody can take admission, the main entry is registration and Admission fee is neither refundable nor transferable.

8.JAWAHAR NAVODAYA VIDHYALAYA (JNV)

This school is government residential school was established in 2007 in Shankarpur Dehradun. JNVS are run by Navodaya Vidhyalaya Samiti, New Delhi an autonomous organisation under the department of education and literacy,MHRD, government of India. Every year CBSE conduct entrance exams (JNVST) for class 6th and 9th grade students for JNVS admission. These school are known for their excellent results in CBSE board examsover the year. JNVS have migration policy under which 9th grade student from one state JNV school migrate to other state JNV and students from other school come to that school.

Apart from these school Dehradun has three major institution of the nation,and these are

1.INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY(IMA)

The Indian Military Academy is the officer training academy of the Indian Army. IMA was established in 1932. With purpose of grooming future military leaders of the Indian Army ,the training regiment at IMA moulds the physical and mental attribute and sharpen the leadership skills of cadets.Physical training,drills, weapons training, leadership development of practices form the focus of the training.

2. LAL BAHADUR SHASTRI NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ADMINISTRATION(LBSNAA)

LBSNNA is research and training institute on public policy and public administration located in Mussoorie.It is operated by India's Union Government.The academy's main purpose is to train civil services of Indian Administration services ,Indian Forest services and also Group-A central services such as Indian Foreign services among others.

3. FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE (FRI)

This is one of the oldest institute of its kind and dedicated solely to forestry, FRI offers MSc in Forestry, Environment management, Wood science, Technology and cellulose and paper technology.

Sources: internet