Jaswa

Jaswa is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Makeli is the gram panchayat of Jaswa village.

Jaswa has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jaswa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaswa is 224238. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Jaswa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Jaswa

Below is a concise population overview of Jaswa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 972 508 464
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 197 98 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 106 59 47
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 369 237 132
Illiterate Population 603 271 332

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jaswa village:

  • The total population of Jaswa village is around 972, including approximately 508 males and 464 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Jaswa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jaswa village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jaswa village is about 37.96%, with male literacy at 46.65% and female literacy at 28.45%.
  • There are around 205 households in Jaswa village.

Connectivity of Jaswa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaswa. As per the 2011 stats, Jaswa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jaswa

Knowing the nearby villages of Jaswa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaswa.

Babhanpura Balua Katari Chopra Gehunia Dargahiganj Makaili Shekhpura Bardinga Malepali Pokharia

Frequently Asked Questions about Jaswa

Where is Jaswa located?
Jaswa village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaswa is Makeli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jaswa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaswa is 972, with 508 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Jaswa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jaswa village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaswa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaswa is 37.96%. The male literacy rate is 46.65%, while the female literacy rate is 28.45%.