Jaska - Vadnagar, Mahesana
Jaska is a village situated in the Vadnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Jaska village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaska is 509337. The village covers a total geographical area of 1171.4 hectares and falls under the 384355 pincode. Vadnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaska
According to the 2011 Census, Jaska village had a total population of 6,746 people, including 3,505 males and 3,241 females, living in 1,369 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 87.44% and female literacy at 65.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316.
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 | 6,746 | 3,505 | 3,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 974 | 535 | 439 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 156 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,445 | 2,597 | 1,848 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,301 | 908 | 1,393 |
Nearby Villages of Jaska
Jaska 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 Jaska
Public transport in the Jaska is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadnagar to Jaska is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Jaska is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaska
Where is Jaska located?
Jaska village is located in Vadnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaska?
Jaska is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaska?
The pincode of Jaska is 384355.
What is the population of Jaska?
Jaska had a total population of 6,746, including 3,505 males and 3,241 females.
How many households are there in Jaska?
Jaska had 1,369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaska was 77.01%. Male literacy was 87.44% and female literacy was 65.95%.