Asura - Dharampur, Valsad
Asura is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Asura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asura is 523346. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.29 hectares and falls under the 396050 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Asura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asura
As per Census 2011, Asura village has a total population of 3,938 people, consisting of 1,981 males and 1,957 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,610 literate and 1,328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,091 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,938 | 1,981 | 1,957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 238 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,091 | 1,553 | 1,538 |
| Literate Population | 2,610 | 1,410 | 1,200 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,328 | 571 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Asura
Asura 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 Asura
Asura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Asura is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Asura is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asura
Where is Asura located?
Asura village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asura?
Asura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asura?
The pincode of Asura is 396050.
What is the population of Asura?
Asura has a total population of 3,938, including 1,981 males and 1,957 females.
How many households are there in Asura?
There are 867 households in Asura.
What is the literacy rate in Asura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asura is 66.28%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 61.32%.