Jaspur - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Jaspur is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 71 km from Tehri and around 71 km from New Tehri. Jaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaspur is 043776. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.34 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Jaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaspur village had a total population of 581 people, including 277 males and 304 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.61%, with male literacy at 92.74% and female literacy at 65.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 581 | 277 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 52 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 230 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 47 | 126 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Jaspur is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Jaspur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaspur
Where is Jaspur located?
Jaspur village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri 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 249132.
What is the population of Jaspur?
Jaspur had a total population of 581, including 277 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Jaspur?
Jaspur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaspur was 78.61%. Male literacy was 92.74% and female literacy was 65.68%.