Jashua - Sankrail, Jhargram
Jashua is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Ragrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jashua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jashua is 341203. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.04 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jashua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jashua
According to the 2011 Census, Jashua village had a total population of 254 people, including 119 males and 135 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.50%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 41.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 254 | 119 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 118 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 78 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 41 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Jashua
Jashua 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 Jashua
Jashua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhargram to Jashua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jashua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jashua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jashua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jashua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jashua
Where is Jashua located?
Jashua village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jashua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jashua is Ragrah.
What is the pincode of Jashua?
The pincode of Jashua is 721517.
What is the population of Jashua?
Jashua had a total population of 254, including 119 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Jashua?
Jashua had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jashua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jashua was 56.50%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 41.74%.