Jasvantgadh - Danta, Banas Kantha
Jasvantgadh is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Jasvantgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jasvantgadh is 507968. The village covers a total geographical area of 802.14 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jasvantgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jasvantgadh
As per Census 2011, Jasvantgadh village has a total population of 3,952 people, consisting of 1,953 males and 1,999 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,486 literate and 1,466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jasvantgadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,952 | 1,953 | 1,999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 365 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,486 | 1,406 | 1,080 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,466 | 547 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Jasvantgadh
Jasvantgadh 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 Jasvantgadh
Jasvantgadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ambaji to Jasvantgadh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jasvantgadh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jasvantgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jasvantgadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jasvantgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jasvantgadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jasvantgadh
Where is Jasvantgadh located?
Jasvantgadh village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jasvantgadh?
Jasvantgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jasvantgadh?
The pincode of Jasvantgadh is 385120.
What is the population of Jasvantgadh?
Jasvantgadh has a total population of 3,952, including 1,953 males and 1,999 females.
How many households are there in Jasvantgadh?
There are 699 households in Jasvantgadh.
What is the literacy rate in Jasvantgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jasvantgadh is 62.90%. Male literacy is 71.99% and female literacy is 54.03%.