Asandih - Lundra, Surguja
Asandih is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Ashandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asandih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asandih is 433338. The village covers a total geographical area of 532 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Asandih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asandih
As per Census 2011, Asandih village has a total population of 725 people, consisting of 368 males and 357 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asandih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 725 | 368 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 237 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 183 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 185 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Asandih
Asandih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhermunda | South | 1.68 km |
| Jori | North | 2.80 km |
| Jamoni | West | 2.88 km |
| Dundu | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Raghupur | East | 3.05 km |
| Kachhar | South | 3.19 km |
| Deori | South | 3.94 km |
| Bhelai Kalan | West | 4.22 km |
| Saraidih | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Dumardih | South-East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asandih
Asandih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.2 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 Rajpur to Asandih is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Asandih 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 Asandih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asandih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asandih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asandih 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 Asandih
Where is Asandih located?
Asandih village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Asandih is Ashandih.
What is the pincode of Asandih?
The pincode of Asandih is 497101.
What is the population of Asandih?
Asandih has a total population of 725, including 368 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Asandih?
There are 177 households in Asandih.
What is the literacy rate in Asandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asandih is 38.76%. Male literacy is 49.73% and female literacy is 27.45%.