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
According to the 2011 Census, Asura village had a total population of 3,938 people, including 1,981 males and 1,957 females, living in 867 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 69.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,091.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,938, including 1,981 males and 1,957 females.
How many households are there in Asura?
Asura had 867 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asura was 75.00%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 69.08%.