Jasgound - Drass, Kargil
Jasgound is a village situated in the Drass tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 45 km from Kargil and around 45 km from Kargil. Thasgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jasgound village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jasgound is 001013. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 194103 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jasgound village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jasgound
According to the 2011 Census, Jasgound village had a total population of 467 people, including 224 males and 243 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.92%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 69.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 464.
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 | 467 | 224 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 223 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 161 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 63 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Jasgound
Jasgound 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 Jasgound
Jasgound is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kargil to Jasgound is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jasgound
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jasgound village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jasgound
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jasgound village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jasgound
Where is Jasgound located?
Jasgound village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jasgound?
The Gram Panchayat of Jasgound is Thasgam.
What is the pincode of Jasgound?
The pincode of Jasgound is 194103.
What is the population of Jasgound?
Jasgound had a total population of 467, including 224 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Jasgound?
Jasgound had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jasgound?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jasgound was 78.92%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 69.68%.