Asma - Ghanshyampur, Darbhanga
Asma is a village situated in the Ghanshyampur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanshyampur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Borhiab Inyatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asma is 227776. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 847427 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Asma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asma
According to the 2011 Census, Asma village had a total population of 1,412 people, including 751 males and 661 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.37%, with male literacy at 54.44% and female literacy at 30.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 823.
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 | 1,412 | 751 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 823 | 435 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 331 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 420 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Asma
Asma 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 Asma
Asma 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Asma is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asma
Where is Asma located?
Asma village is located in Ghanshyampur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asma?
The Gram Panchayat of Asma is Borhiab Inyatpur.
What is the pincode of Asma?
The pincode of Asma is 847427.
What is the population of Asma?
Asma had a total population of 1,412, including 751 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Asma?
Asma had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asma was 43.37%. Male literacy was 54.44% and female literacy was 30.53%.