Jaspur - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Jaspur is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Jaspur (tak.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaspur is 040716. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.78 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Gangotri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Jaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaspur village had a total population of 286 people, including 154 males and 132 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 68.38%.
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 | 286 | 154 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 128 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 26 | 52 |
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 <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 Gangotri to Jaspur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Jaspur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 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 Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaspur is Jaspur (tak.).
What is the pincode of Jaspur?
The pincode of Jaspur is 249135.
What is the population of Jaspur?
Jaspur had a total population of 286, including 154 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Jaspur?
Jaspur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaspur was 80.93%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 68.38%.