Asansol - Karon, Deoghar
Asansol is a village situated in the Karon subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Ranidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asansol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asansol is 354898. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 815351 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Asansol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asansol
As per Census 2011, Asansol village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 228 males and 220 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 432 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asansol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 228 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 220 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 139 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 89 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Asansol
Asansol 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 Asansol
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Asansol. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Asansol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Asansol is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asansol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asansol 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asansol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asansol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asansol
Where is Asansol located?
Asansol village is located in Karon Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asansol?
The Gram Panchayat of Asansol is Ranidih.
What is the pincode of Asansol?
The pincode of Asansol is 815351.
What is the population of Asansol?
Asansol has a total population of 448, including 228 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Asansol?
There are 74 households in Asansol.
What is the literacy rate in Asansol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asansol is 49.33%. Male literacy is 60.96% and female literacy is 37.27%.