Asher - Banihal, Ramban
Asher is a village situated in the Banihal tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banihal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ramban. Ashar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asher is 004519. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.4 hectares and falls under the 182146 pincode. Banihal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Asher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asher
According to the 2011 Census, Asher village had a total population of 1,550 people, including 753 males and 797 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.67%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 56.26%.
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 | 1,550 | 753 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 506 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 247 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Asher
Asher 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 Asher
Asher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Asher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banihal to Asher is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Asher is about 40 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 Asher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asher 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 Asher
Where is Asher located?
Asher village is located in Banihal Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asher?
The Gram Panchayat of Asher is Ashar.
What is the pincode of Asher?
The pincode of Asher is 182146.
What is the population of Asher?
Asher had a total population of 1,550, including 753 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Asher?
Asher had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asher was 68.67%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 56.26%.