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
As per Census 2011, Asman village has a total population of 3,308 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,572 females. The village has 691 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 671 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,573 literate and 1,735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asman are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 3,308, including 1,736 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Asman?
There are 691 households in Asman.
What is the literacy rate in Asman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asman is 47.55%. Male literacy is 59.27% and female literacy is 34.61%.