Asthua - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Asthua is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Asthua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asthua is 226781. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 847104 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Asthua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asthua
As per Census 2011, Asthua village has a total population of 3,623 people, consisting of 1,851 males and 1,772 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 746 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,327 literate and 2,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asthua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,623 | 1,851 | 1,772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 746 | 368 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 195 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 827 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,296 | 1,024 | 1,272 |
Nearby Villages of Asthua
Asthua 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 Asthua
Asthua 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 Asthua is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asthua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asthua 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asthua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asthua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asthua
Where is Asthua located?
Asthua village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asthua?
Asthua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asthua?
The pincode of Asthua is 847104.
What is the population of Asthua?
Asthua has a total population of 3,623, including 1,851 males and 1,772 females.
How many households are there in Asthua?
There are 647 households in Asthua.
What is the literacy rate in Asthua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asthua is 36.63%. Male literacy is 44.68% and female literacy is 28.22%.