Jastnakalan - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Jastnakalan is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from Dera Bassi and around 35 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Jastana Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jastnakalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jastnakalan is 039283. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Jastnakalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jastnakalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jastnakalan village had a total population of 1,266 people, including 672 males and 594 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 83.58% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
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 | 1,266 | 672 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 193 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 499 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 173 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Jastnakalan
Jastnakalan 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 Jastnakalan
Jastnakalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jastnakalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Jastnakalan 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 Jastnakalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jastnakalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jastnakalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jastnakalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jastnakalan
Where is Jastnakalan located?
Jastnakalan village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jastnakalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jastnakalan is Jastana Kalan.
What is the pincode of Jastnakalan?
The pincode of Jastnakalan is 140501.
What is the population of Jastnakalan?
Jastnakalan had a total population of 1,266, including 672 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Jastnakalan?
Jastnakalan had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jastnakalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jastnakalan was 77.00%. Male literacy was 83.58% and female literacy was 69.57%.