Asara - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Asara is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Aasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asara is 441130. The village covers a total geographical area of 1388.34 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Asara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asara
As per Census 2011, Asara village has a total population of 3,415 people, consisting of 1,680 males and 1,735 females. The village has 725 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,259 literate and 1,156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,415 | 1,680 | 1,735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 223 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,236 | 615 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 2,259 | 1,235 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,156 | 445 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Asara
Asara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Riwa Tola | West | 2.63 km |
| Kokpur | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Sangin Kachhar | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Shikari Tola | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Bamhani Bhatha | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Arsi Tola | South | 3.57 km |
| Darrabandha | North | 3.74 km |
| Magar Ghokhara | West | 3.99 km |
| Jarhamhaka | West | 4.02 km |
| Jantar | South-East | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asara
Asara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dongargarh, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Asara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Asara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Asara
Where is Asara located?
Asara village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asara?
The Gram Panchayat of Asara is Aasara.
What is the pincode of Asara?
The pincode of Asara is 491558.
What is the population of Asara?
Asara has a total population of 3,415, including 1,680 males and 1,735 females.
How many households are there in Asara?
There are 725 households in Asara.
What is the literacy rate in Asara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asara is 66.15%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 59.02%.