Asi - Gora Bauram, Darbhanga
Asi is a village situated in the Gora Bauram subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gora Bauram and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Aasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asi is 227817. The village covers a total geographical area of 509 hectares and falls under the 846010 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Asi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asi
As per Census 2011, Asi village has a total population of 7,702 people, consisting of 3,935 males and 3,767 females. The village has 1,601 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,412 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,223 literate and 4,479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,702 | 3,935 | 3,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,412 | 720 | 692 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 292 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,223 | 2,057 | 1,166 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,479 | 1,878 | 2,601 |
Nearby Villages of Asi
Asi 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 Asi
Asi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Asi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Asi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asi
Where is Asi located?
Asi village is located in Gora Bauram Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asi?
The Gram Panchayat of Asi is Aasi.
What is the pincode of Asi?
The pincode of Asi is 846010.
What is the population of Asi?
Asi has a total population of 7,702, including 3,935 males and 3,767 females.
How many households are there in Asi?
There are 1,601 households in Asi.
What is the literacy rate in Asi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asi is 41.85%. Male literacy is 52.27% and female literacy is 30.95%.