Jaspara - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Jaspara is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Jaspara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaspara is 516575. The village covers a total geographical area of 770.59 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jaspara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaspara
According to the 2011 Census, Jaspara village had a total population of 2,400 people, including 1,209 males and 1,191 females, living in 438 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.30%, with male literacy at 83.44% and female literacy at 65.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 2,400 | 1,209 | 1,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 164 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,550 | 872 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 337 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Jaspara
Jaspara 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 Jaspara
Public transport in the Jaspara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alang to Jaspara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Jaspara is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaspara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaspara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaspara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaspara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaspara
Where is Jaspara located?
Jaspara village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaspara?
Jaspara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaspara?
The pincode of Jaspara is 364120.
What is the population of Jaspara?
Jaspara had a total population of 2,400, including 1,209 males and 1,191 females.
How many households are there in Jaspara?
Jaspara had 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaspara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaspara was 74.30%. Male literacy was 83.44% and female literacy was 65.13%.