Ashrafpur - Belaganj, Gaya
Ashrafpur is a village situated in the Belaganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belaganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sakir Bigha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashrafpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashrafpur is 254887. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 804403 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ashrafpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ashrafpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ashrafpur village had a total population of 1,138 people, including 594 males and 544 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.73%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 45.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 1,138 | 594 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 132 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 264 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 330 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Ashrafpur
Ashrafpur 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 Ashrafpur
Ashrafpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ashrafpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Ashrafpur is about 30 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 Ashrafpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashrafpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ashrafpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashrafpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ashrafpur
Where is Ashrafpur located?
Ashrafpur village is located in Belaganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashrafpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashrafpur is Sakir Bigha.
What is the pincode of Ashrafpur?
The pincode of Ashrafpur is 804403.
What is the population of Ashrafpur?
Ashrafpur had a total population of 1,138, including 594 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Ashrafpur?
Ashrafpur had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashrafpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashrafpur was 51.73%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 45.98%.