Asma - Nanapodha, Valsad
Asma is a village situated in the Nanapodha taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Pardi and around 25 km from Valsad. Asma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asma is 523461. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.12 hectares and falls under the 396125 pincode. Pardi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Asma 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 Asma
According to the 2011 Census, Asma village had a total population of 1,715 people, including 862 males and 853 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.87%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 77.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,549.
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 | 1,715 | 862 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 108 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,549 | 779 | 770 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 708 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 154 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Asma
Asma 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 Asma
Asma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Asma.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pardi to Asma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Asma 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 Asma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asma 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Asma
Where is Asma located?
Asma village is located in Nanapodha Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asma?
Asma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asma?
The pincode of Asma is 396125.
What is the population of Asma?
Asma had a total population of 1,715, including 862 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Asma?
Asma had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asma was 85.87%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 77.99%.