Jastana - Bonli, Sawai Madhopur
Jastana is a village situated in the Bonli tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bonli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Jastana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jastana is 077486. The village covers a total geographical area of 1479 hectares and falls under the 322030 pincode. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jastana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bamanwas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jastana
As per Census 2011, Jastana village has a total population of 3,451 people, consisting of 1,838 males and 1,613 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,995 literate and 1,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,943 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jastana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,451 | 1,838 | 1,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 268 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 338 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,943 | 1,035 | 908 |
| Literate Population | 1,995 | 1,356 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 482 | 974 |
Nearby Villages of Jastana
Jastana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Shahpura | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Tond | East | 2.20 km |
| Shahpura | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Barh Bariyara | East | 2.93 km |
| Peepalda | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Barh Bariyara Chak No.1 | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Chainpura | South | 3.57 km |
| Miskinpura | West | 3.61 km |
| Bariyara | East | 3.73 km |
| Bada | North-East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jastana
Jastana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malarna, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| 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 Sawai Madhopur to Jastana is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jastana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jastana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jastana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jastana 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 Jastana
Where is Jastana located?
Jastana village is located in Bonli Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jastana?
Jastana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jastana?
The pincode of Jastana is 322030.
What is the population of Jastana?
Jastana has a total population of 3,451, including 1,838 males and 1,613 females.
How many households are there in Jastana?
There are 632 households in Jastana.
What is the literacy rate in Jastana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jastana is 57.81%. Male literacy is 73.78% and female literacy is 39.62%.