Asanbani - Katoria, Banka
Asanbani is a village situated in the Katoria subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katoria and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Katiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asanbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asanbani is 242157. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Asanbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Asanbani
According to the 2011 Census, Asanbani village had a total population of 152 people, including 81 males and 71 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.20%, with male literacy at 15.49% and female literacy at 5.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 70 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Asanbani
Asanbani 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 Asanbani
Asanbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Asanbani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Asanbani is about 57 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 Asanbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asanbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asanbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asanbani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asanbani
Where is Asanbani located?
Asanbani village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asanbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Asanbani is Katiyari.
What is the pincode of Asanbani?
The pincode of Asanbani is 813106.
What is the population of Asanbani?
Asanbani had a total population of 152, including 81 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Asanbani?
Asanbani had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asanbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asanbani was 11.20%. Male literacy was 15.49% and female literacy was 5.56%.