Jaspur - Amas, Gaya
Jaspur is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Badki Chilmi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaspur is 255819. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaspur village had a total population of 744 people, including 368 males and 376 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.90%, with male literacy at 89.11% and female literacy at 82.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 368 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 182 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 270 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 98 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Jaspur
Jaspur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jaspur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Jaspur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Jaspur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jaspur
Where is Jaspur located?
Jaspur village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaspur is Badki Chilmi.
What is the pincode of Jaspur?
The pincode of Jaspur is 824219.
What is the population of Jaspur?
Jaspur had a total population of 744, including 368 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Jaspur?
Jaspur had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaspur was 85.90%. Male literacy was 89.11% and female literacy was 82.74%.