Jaspur - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Jaspur is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dungri Jaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaspur is 041326. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.65 hectares and falls under the 246440 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaspur
As per Census 2011, Jaspur village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 31 males and 45 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,451 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 13 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Jaspur
Jaspur 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 Jaspur
Jaspur 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 Karnaprayag to Jaspur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jaspur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaspur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaspur 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 Jaspur
Where is Jaspur located?
Jaspur village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaspur is Dungri Jaspur.
What is the pincode of Jaspur?
The pincode of Jaspur is 246440.
What is the population of Jaspur?
Jaspur has a total population of 76, including 31 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Jaspur?
There are 21 households in Jaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaspur is 82.89%. Male literacy is 90.32% and female literacy is 77.78%.