Askara Alias Madwasarai - Mainpat, Surguja
Askara Alias Madwasarai is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Askara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Askara Alias Madwasarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Askara Alias Madwasarai is 433559. The village covers a total geographical area of 868 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Askara Alias Madwasarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Askara Alias Madwasarai
According to the 2011 Census, Askara Alias Madwasarai village had a total population of 636 people, including 329 males and 307 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.44%, with male literacy at 40.71% and female literacy at 21.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 564.
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 | 636 | 329 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 76 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 288 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 103 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 226 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Askara Alias Madwasarai
Askara Alias Madwasarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaljiwa Alias Maltipur | West | 2.34 km |
| Kot | East | 4.17 km |
| Bandana | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Chiparkaya | North-East | 5.19 km |
| Kardana | North | 5.26 km |
| Sapnadar | West | 5.41 km |
| Kuniya | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 5.48 km |
| Samaniya | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Ratanpur | East | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Askara Alias Madwasarai
Askara Alias Madwasarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 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 Sitapur to Askara Alias Madwasarai is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Askara Alias Madwasarai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Askara Alias Madwasarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askara Alias Madwasarai 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 Askara Alias Madwasarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askara Alias Madwasarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Askara Alias Madwasarai
Where is Askara Alias Madwasarai located?
Askara Alias Madwasarai village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Askara Alias Madwasarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Askara Alias Madwasarai is Askara.
What is the pincode of Askara Alias Madwasarai?
The pincode of Askara Alias Madwasarai is 497001.
What is the population of Askara Alias Madwasarai?
Askara Alias Madwasarai had a total population of 636, including 329 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Askara Alias Madwasarai?
Askara Alias Madwasarai had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askara Alias Madwasarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Askara Alias Madwasarai was 31.44%. Male literacy was 40.71% and female literacy was 21.67%.