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.
Here you can discover what makes Ashar unique in its vibrant Banihal-Ramban region. You’ll see Ashar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Ashar
Population of Ashar
According to the 2011 Census, Ashar has a total population of about 1,550, with approximately 753 males and 797 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 270 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.71%, with male literacy at about 67.20% and female literacy near 46.80%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ashar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.