Ashok Nagar
Ashok Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Rengavahi is the gram panchayat of Ashok Nagar village.
Ashok Nagar has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ashok Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashok Nagar is 448403. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Ashok Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ashok Nagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ashok Nagar
Population of Ashok Nagar
Below is a concise population overview of Ashok Nagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 203 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 151 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 52 | 68 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ashok Nagar village:
- The total population of Ashok Nagar village is around 369, including approximately 203 males and 166 females, with a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Ashok Nagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ashok Nagar village has 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ashok Nagar village is about 67.48%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 59.04%.
- There are around 87 households in Ashok Nagar village.
Connectivity of Ashok Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashok Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Ashok Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ashok Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ashok Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashok Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashok Nagar
- Where is Ashok Nagar located?
- Ashok Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ashok Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ashok Nagar is Rengavahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ashok Nagar?
- The pincode of Ashok Nagar is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ashok Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashok Nagar is 369, with 203 males and 166 females.
- How many households are there in Ashok Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ashok Nagar village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ashok Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashok Nagar is 67.48%. The male literacy rate is 74.38%, while the female literacy rate is 59.04%.