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
As per Census 2011, Jashua village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 119 males and 135 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jashua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 119 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 254, including 119 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Jashua?
There are 66 households in Jashua.
What is the literacy rate in Jashua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jashua is 49.61%. Male literacy is 65.55% and female literacy is 35.56%.