Jashta
Jashta is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Jasta is the gram panchayat of Jashta village.
Jashta has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jashta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jashta is 044653. The village spans a total geographical area of 703.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Jashta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Jashta
Below is a concise population overview of Jashta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 228 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 92 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 74 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 127 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 101 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jashta village:
- The total population of Jashta village is around 424, including approximately 228 males and 196 females, with a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Jashta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jashta village has 186 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 130 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jashta village is about 50.24%, with male literacy at 55.70% and female literacy at 43.88%.
- There are around 88 households in Jashta village.
Connectivity of Jashta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jashta. As per the 2011 stats, Jashta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jashta
Knowing the nearby villages of Jashta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jashta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jashta
- Where is Jashta located?
- Jashta village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jashta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jashta is Jasta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jashta?
- The pincode of Jashta is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jashta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jashta is 424, with 228 males and 196 females.
- How many households are there in Jashta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jashta village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jashta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jashta is 50.24%. The male literacy rate is 55.70%, while the female literacy rate is 43.88%.