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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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,
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 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
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
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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.
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