Ashar

Ashar is a village located in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Banihal (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ramban. As per 2009 stats, Ashar village is also a gram panchayat.

Ashar has its own place in the vibrant Ramban region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ashar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ashar is 004519. The village spans a total geographical area of 380.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182146. Banihal is nearest town to Ashar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Ashar

Below is a concise population overview of Ashar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,550 753 797
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 270 136 134
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 879 506 373
Illiterate Population 671 247 424

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ashar village:

  • The total population of Ashar village is around 1,550, including approximately 753 males and 797 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Ashar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Ashar village is about 56.71%, with male literacy at 67.20% and female literacy at 46.80%.
  • There are around 329 households in Ashar village.

Connectivity of Ashar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ashar. As per the 2011 stats, Ashar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ashar

Knowing the nearby villages of Ashar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ashar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ashar

Where is Ashar located?
Ashar village is situated in Banihal Tehsil, within the Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashar?
Ashar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ashar?
The pincode of Ashar is 182146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ashar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ashar is 1,550, with 753 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Ashar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ashar village has a total of 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ashar is 56.71%. The male literacy rate is 67.20%, while the female literacy rate is 46.80%.