Asham - Sonawari, Bandipora
Asham is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Sonawari and around 30 km from Bandipora. Asham A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Asham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asham is 002794. The village covers a total geographical area of 584 hectares and falls under the 193504 pincode. Sonawari is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Asham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asham
According to the 2011 Census, Asham village had a total population of 4,841 people, including 2,447 males and 2,394 females, living in 722 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.92%, with male literacy at 71.86% and female literacy at 45.61%.
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 | 4,841 | 2,447 | 2,394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 615 | 304 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,490 | 1,540 | 950 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,351 | 907 | 1,444 |
Nearby Villages of Asham
Asham 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 Asham
Asham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonawari to Asham is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Asham 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 Asham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asham
Where is Asham located?
Asham village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Asham?
The Halqa Panchayat of Asham is Asham A.
What is the pincode of Asham?
The pincode of Asham is 193504.
What is the population of Asham?
Asham had a total population of 4,841, including 2,447 males and 2,394 females.
How many households are there in Asham?
Asham had 722 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asham was 58.92%. Male literacy was 71.86% and female literacy was 45.61%.