Asalkanti - Kaprada, Valsad
Asalkanti is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Ghanveri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asalkanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asalkanti is 523622. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.1 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Asalkanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asalkanti
According to the 2011 Census, Asalkanti village had a total population of 890 people, including 457 males and 433 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.39%, with male literacy at 57.51% and female literacy at 45.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.
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 | 890 | 457 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 111 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 457 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 199 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 258 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Asalkanti
Asalkanti 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 Asalkanti
Asalkanti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Selvas to Asalkanti is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Asalkanti is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asalkanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asalkanti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asalkanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asalkanti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asalkanti
Where is Asalkanti located?
Asalkanti village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asalkanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Asalkanti is Ghanveri.
What is the pincode of Asalkanti?
The pincode of Asalkanti is 396067.
What is the population of Asalkanti?
Asalkanti had a total population of 890, including 457 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Asalkanti?
Asalkanti had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asalkanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asalkanti was 51.39%. Male literacy was 57.51% and female literacy was 45.13%.