Jasur - Sihunta, Chamba
Jasur is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Samote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jasur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jasur is 007629. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.22 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Jasur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jasur
As per Census 2011, Jasur village has a total population of 1,199 people, consisting of 566 males and 633 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 342 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jasur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,199 | 566 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 157 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 447 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 119 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Jasur
Jasur 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 Jasur
Jasur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Chamba to Jasur is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jasur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jasur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jasur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jasur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jasur
Where is Jasur located?
Jasur village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jasur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jasur is Samote.
What is the pincode of Jasur?
The pincode of Jasur is 176207.
What is the population of Jasur?
Jasur has a total population of 1,199, including 566 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Jasur?
There are 251 households in Jasur.
What is the literacy rate in Jasur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jasur is 71.89%. Male literacy is 78.98% and female literacy is 65.56%.