Kasba - Jaswan, Kangra
Kasba is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kasba Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasba is 010637. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Kasba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasba
According to the 2011 Census, Kasba village had a total population of 345 people, including 180 males and 165 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 92.02% and female literacy at 90.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 345 | 180 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 30 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kasba
Kasba 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 Kasba
Public transport in the Kasba 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 Dharmsala to Kasba is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kasba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasba 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kasba
Where is Kasba located?
Kasba village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kasba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasba is Kasba Kotla.
What is the pincode of Kasba?
The pincode of Kasba is 177111.
What is the population of Kasba?
Kasba had a total population of 345, including 180 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Kasba?
Kasba had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasba was 91.43%. Male literacy was 92.02% and female literacy was 90.79%.