Jaspur - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Jaspur is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Jaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaspur is 040544. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.56 hectares and falls under the 249152 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaspur
As per Census 2011, Jaspur village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 235 males and 218 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 235 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 178 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 57 | 112 |
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 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 Uttarkashi to Jaspur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 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 Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi 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 249152.
What is the population of Jaspur?
Jaspur has a total population of 453, including 235 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Jaspur?
There are 87 households in Jaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaspur is 62.69%. Male literacy is 75.74% and female literacy is 48.62%.