Asia - Karai Parsurai, Nalanda
Asia is a village situated in the Karai Parsurai subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karai Parsurai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Berthu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asia is 244125. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 801304 pincode. Hilsa is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Asia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asia
According to the 2011 Census, Asia village had a total population of 302 people, including 156 males and 146 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.96%, with male literacy at 73.60% and female literacy at 44.44%.
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 | 302 | 156 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 92 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 64 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Asia
Asia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malikpur | East | 0.70 km |
| Abupur | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Binsa | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Shahpur | North | 1.81 km |
| Makhdumpur | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Berthu | South | 2.30 km |
| Hansapur | West | 2.58 km |
| Jaitiya | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Siria | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Pachhattar | West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asia
Public transport in the Asia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Diyawan Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Hilsa to Asia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Asia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asia 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 Asia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asia
Where is Asia located?
Asia village is located in Karai Parsurai Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asia?
The Gram Panchayat of Asia is Berthu.
What is the pincode of Asia?
The pincode of Asia is 801304.
What is the population of Asia?
Asia had a total population of 302, including 156 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Asia?
Asia had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asia was 58.96%. Male literacy was 73.60% and female literacy was 44.44%.