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.
Here you can discover what makes Jashta unique in its vibrant Chakrata-Dehradun region. You’ll see Jashta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Jashta
Population of Jashta
According to the 2011 Census, Jashta has a total population of about 424, with approximately 228 males and 196 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 186 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 130. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.24%, with male literacy at about 55.70% and female literacy near 43.88%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jashta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.