Asoda - Vijapur, Mahesana
Asoda is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Asoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asoda is 509416. The village covers a total geographical area of 645.54 hectares and falls under the 384530 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Asoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asoda
According to the 2011 Census, Asoda village had a total population of 1,359 people, including 685 males and 674 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.06%, with male literacy at 90.44% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 1,359 | 685 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 558 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 127 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Asoda
Asoda 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 Asoda
Public transport in the Asoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Asoda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Asoda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Asoda
Where is Asoda located?
Asoda village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asoda?
Asoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asoda?
The pincode of Asoda is 384530.
What is the population of Asoda?
Asoda had a total population of 1,359, including 685 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Asoda?
Asoda had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asoda was 79.06%. Male literacy was 90.44% and female literacy was 67.39%.