Jaswant Pura - Garautha, Jhansi
Jaswant Pura is a village situated in the Garautha tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garautha and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Jaswant Pura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaswant Pura is 152409. The village covers a total geographical area of 591.3 hectares and falls under the 284203 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jaswant Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaswant Pura
As per Census 2011, Jaswant Pura village has a total population of 925 people, consisting of 498 males and 427 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaswant Pura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 | 498 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 154 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 387 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 111 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Jaswant Pura
Jaswant Pura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujan Pura | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Jalal Pura | South | 2.73 km |
| Nadora | North | 3.37 km |
| Simardha | West | 3.68 km |
| Ram Pura | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Dhipkai | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Silalpura | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Bararoo | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Sik Ronda Bamhauri | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Khadaura | South-West | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaswant Pura
Jaswant Pura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| 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 Jhansi to Jaswant Pura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Jaswant Pura is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaswant Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaswant Pura 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 Jaswant Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaswant Pura 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 Jaswant Pura
Where is Jaswant Pura located?
Jaswant Pura village is located in Garautha Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaswant Pura?
Jaswant Pura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaswant Pura?
The pincode of Jaswant Pura is 284203.
What is the population of Jaswant Pura?
Jaswant Pura has a total population of 925, including 498 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Jaswant Pura?
There are 172 households in Jaswant Pura.
What is the literacy rate in Jaswant Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaswant Pura is 69.62%. Male literacy is 77.71% and female literacy is 60.19%.