Asiani - Kadwa, Katihar
Asiani is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Gopinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asiani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asiani is 224524. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.2 hectares and falls under the 855105 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Asiani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Asiani
According to the 2011 Census, Asiani village had a total population of 2,856 people, including 1,489 males and 1,367 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.46%, with male literacy at 50.42% and female literacy at 35.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 2,856 | 1,489 | 1,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 297 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 991 | 601 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,865 | 888 | 977 |
Nearby Villages of Asiani
Asiani 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 Asiani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Asiani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Katihar to Asiani is about 35 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 Asiani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asiani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Asiani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asiani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asiani
Where is Asiani located?
Asiani village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asiani?
The Gram Panchayat of Asiani is Gopinagar.
What is the pincode of Asiani?
The pincode of Asiani is 855105.
What is the population of Asiani?
Asiani had a total population of 2,856, including 1,489 males and 1,367 females.
How many households are there in Asiani?
Asiani had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asiani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asiani was 43.46%. Male literacy was 50.42% and female literacy was 35.85%.