Asnar - Orchha, Narayanpur
Asnar is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Mandali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asnar is 449973. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Asnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asnar
According to the 2011 Census, Asnar village had a total population of 254 people, including 127 males and 127 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.37%, with male literacy at 37.61% and female literacy at 41.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 254.
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 | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 86 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Asnar
Asnar 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 Asnar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Asnar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Asnar is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asnar 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 Asnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asnar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asnar
Where is Asnar located?
Asnar village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Asnar is Mandali.
What is the pincode of Asnar?
The pincode of Asnar is 494661.
What is the population of Asnar?
Asnar had a total population of 254, including 127 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Asnar?
Asnar had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asnar was 39.37%. Male literacy was 37.61% and female literacy was 41.07%.