Asurgarh - Madhepur, Madhubani
Asurgarh is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Gargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asurgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asurgarh is 220911. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.9 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Asurgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asurgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Asurgarh village had a total population of 244 people, including 128 males and 116 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.90%, with male literacy at 41.00% and female literacy at 28.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 87 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Asurgarh
Asurgarh 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 Asurgarh
Public transport in the Asurgarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asurgarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jhanjharpur to Asurgarh is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Asurgarh is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asurgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asurgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Asurgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asurgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asurgarh
Where is Asurgarh located?
Asurgarh village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asurgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Asurgarh is Gargaon.
What is the pincode of Asurgarh?
The pincode of Asurgarh is 847402.
What is the population of Asurgarh?
Asurgarh had a total population of 244, including 128 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Asurgarh?
Asurgarh had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asurgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asurgarh was 34.90%. Male literacy was 41.00% and female literacy was 28.26%.