Asalgam - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Asalgam is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from Viramgam and around 80 km from Ahmadabad. Asalgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asalgam is 511554. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256.2 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Asalgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asalgam
As per Census 2011, Asalgam village has a total population of 1,991 people, consisting of 1,078 males and 913 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 925 literate and 1,066 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asalgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,991 | 1,078 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 643 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,066 | 435 | 631 |
Nearby Villages of Asalgam
Asalgam 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 Asalgam
Public transport in the Asalgam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Viramgam to Asalgam is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Asalgam is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asalgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asalgam 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 Asalgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asalgam 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 Asalgam
Where is Asalgam located?
Asalgam village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asalgam?
Asalgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asalgam?
The pincode of Asalgam is 382150.
What is the population of Asalgam?
Asalgam has a total population of 1,991, including 1,078 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Asalgam?
There are 406 households in Asalgam.
What is the literacy rate in Asalgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asalgam is 46.46%. Male literacy is 59.65% and female literacy is 30.89%.