Asarsa - Jambusar, Bharuch
Asarsa is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Asarsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asarsa is 521947. The village covers a total geographical area of 1107.1 hectares and falls under the 392040 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Asarsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asarsa
According to the 2011 Census, Asarsa village had a total population of 841 people, including 464 males and 377 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.74%, with male literacy at 87.68% and female literacy at 70.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 841 | 464 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 90 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 363 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 101 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Asarsa
Asarsa 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 Asarsa
Asarsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jambusar to Asarsa is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Asarsa 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 Asarsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asarsa 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 Asarsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asarsa 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 Asarsa
Where is Asarsa located?
Asarsa village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asarsa?
Asarsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asarsa?
The pincode of Asarsa is 392040.
What is the population of Asarsa?
Asarsa had a total population of 841, including 464 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Asarsa?
Asarsa had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asarsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asarsa was 79.74%. Male literacy was 87.68% and female literacy was 70.09%.