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
As per Census 2011, Asoda village has a total population of 1,359 people, consisting of 685 males and 674 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 963 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,359 | 685 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,359, including 685 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Asoda?
There are 277 households in Asoda.
What is the literacy rate in Asoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asoda is 70.86%. Male literacy is 81.46% and female literacy is 60.09%.