Asso - Bani, Kathua
Asso is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 167 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Asso village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asso is 001771. The village covers a total geographical area of 491 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Asso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asso
According to the 2011 Census, Asso village had a total population of 954 people, including 485 males and 469 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.28%, with male literacy at 65.71% and female literacy at 35.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 420.
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 | 954 | 485 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 103 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 212 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 251 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 234 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Asso
Asso 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 Asso
Asso is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bani to Asso is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Asso is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asso village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asso village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asso
Where is Asso located?
Asso village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asso?
Asso is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asso?
The pincode of Asso is 184206.
What is the population of Asso?
Asso had a total population of 954, including 485 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Asso?
Asso had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asso was 51.28%. Male literacy was 65.71% and female literacy was 35.93%.