Asmanpur - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Asmanpur is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Asmanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asmanpur is 058442. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Asmanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asmanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Asmanpur village had a total population of 3,438 people, including 1,784 males and 1,654 females, living in 684 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.19%, with male literacy at 76.57% and female literacy at 56.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,561.
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 | 3,438 | 1,784 | 1,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 239 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,561 | 820 | 741 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,984 | 1,183 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,454 | 601 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Asmanpur
Asmanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bherian | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Batheri | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Sandhola | East | 2.62 km |
| Pehowa | North | 2.89 km |
| Morthali | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Jhinwarheri | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Sandholi | East | 4.39 km |
| Gumthala Garhu | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Satora | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Suraswati Khera | North | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asmanpur
Asmanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pehowa Road, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kurukshetra to Asmanpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asmanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asmanpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asmanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asmanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asmanpur
Where is Asmanpur located?
Asmanpur village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asmanpur?
Asmanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asmanpur?
The pincode of Asmanpur is 136128.
What is the population of Asmanpur?
Asmanpur had a total population of 3,438, including 1,784 males and 1,654 females.
How many households are there in Asmanpur?
Asmanpur had 684 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asmanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asmanpur was 67.19%. Male literacy was 76.57% and female literacy was 56.89%.