Asman - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Asman is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Hirni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asman is 227890. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Asman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asman
According to the 2011 Census, Asman village had a total population of 3,308 people, including 1,736 males and 1,572 females, living in 691 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.65%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 43.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,598, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,308 | 1,736 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 671 | 343 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,598 | 820 | 778 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,573 | 1,029 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,735 | 707 | 1,028 |
Nearby Villages of Asman
Asman 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 Asman
Public transport in the Asman is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rosera to Asman is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Asman is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asman 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 Asman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asman
Where is Asman located?
Asman village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asman?
The Gram Panchayat of Asman is Hirni.
What is the pincode of Asman?
The pincode of Asman is 848213.
What is the population of Asman?
Asman had a total population of 3,308, including 1,736 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Asman?
Asman had 691 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asman was 59.65%. Male literacy was 73.87% and female literacy was 43.73%.