Asauta - Shambhuganj, Banka
Asauta is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bharatshila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asauta is 240486. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Asauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Asauta
According to the 2011 Census, Asauta village had a total population of 2,724 people, including 1,423 males and 1,301 females, living in 490 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.95%, with male literacy at 58.50% and female literacy at 40.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 437.
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 | 2,724 | 1,423 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 276 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 227 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 671 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,625 | 752 | 873 |
Nearby Villages of Asauta
Asauta 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 Asauta
Asauta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Asauta is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Asauta is about 55 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 Asauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asauta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asauta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asauta
Where is Asauta located?
Asauta village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Asauta is Bharatshila.
What is the pincode of Asauta?
The pincode of Asauta is 813207.
What is the population of Asauta?
Asauta had a total population of 2,724, including 1,423 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Asauta?
Asauta had 490 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asauta was 49.95%. Male literacy was 58.50% and female literacy was 40.65%.