Ashar
About Ashar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ashar village is 004519. Ashar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 380.4 hectares. Ashar has a total population of 1,550 peoples, out of which male population is 753 while female population is 797. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1058 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ashar village is 56.71% out of which 67.20% males and 46.80% females are literate. There are about 329 houses in ashar village. Pincode of ashar village 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
The population details of Ashar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 753 | 797 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 879 | 506 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 247 | 424 |
Connectivity of Ashar
| 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 |
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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%.