Asarma - Mangrol, Surat
Asarma is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Asarma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asarma is 523820. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.94 hectares and falls under the 394405 pincode. Ankleshvar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Asarma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asarma
According to the 2011 Census, Asarma village had a total population of 985 people, including 513 males and 472 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 69.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 499.
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 | 985 | 513 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 254 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 370 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 143 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Asarma
Asarma 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 Asarma
Asarma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Asarma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ankleshvar to Asarma is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Asarma is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asarma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asarma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asarma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asarma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asarma
Where is Asarma located?
Asarma village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asarma?
Asarma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asarma?
The pincode of Asarma is 394405.
What is the population of Asarma?
Asarma had a total population of 985, including 513 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Asarma?
Asarma had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asarma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asarma was 76.00%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 69.36%.