Jaspur - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Jaspur is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Lansdowne and around 128 km from Pauri. Jaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaspur is 047252. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.31 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Jaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaspur village had a total population of 332 people, including 152 males and 180 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,184 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.69%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 152 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 116 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 120 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 32 | 64 |
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
Public transport in the Jaspur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Jaspur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Jaspur is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 5-10 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 Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaspur?
Jaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaspur?
The pincode of Jaspur is 246123.
What is the population of Jaspur?
Jaspur had a total population of 332, including 152 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Jaspur?
Jaspur had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaspur was 83.69%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 74.36%.