Asurha - Durgawati, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Asurha is a village situated in the Durgawati subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgawati and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asurha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asurha is 249576. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 821105 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Asurha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asurha
According to the 2011 Census, Asurha village had a total population of 423 people, including 214 males and 209 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.50%, with male literacy at 74.70% and female literacy at 52.63%.
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 | 423 | 214 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 124 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 90 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Asurha
Asurha 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 Asurha
Public transport in the Asurha is mainly available through bus services. Asurha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Asurha is about 38 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 Asurha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asurha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Asurha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asurha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asurha
Where is Asurha located?
Asurha village is located in Durgawati Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asurha?
The Gram Panchayat of Asurha is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Asurha?
The pincode of Asurha is 821105.
What is the population of Asurha?
Asurha had a total population of 423, including 214 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Asurha?
Asurha had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asurha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asurha was 63.50%. Male literacy was 74.70% and female literacy was 52.63%.