Ashana - Sarath, Deoghar
Ashana is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dindakoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashana is 355073. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode.
Ashana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ashana
According to the 2011 Census, Ashana village had a total population of 594 people, including 304 males and 290 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.38%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 38.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 121.
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 | 594 | 304 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 184 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 120 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Ashana
Ashana 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 Ashana
Ashana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ashana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ashana is about 38 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 Ashana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashana 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 Ashana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ashana
Where is Ashana located?
Ashana village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashana is Dindakoli.
What is the pincode of Ashana?
The pincode of Ashana is 814149.
What is the population of Ashana?
Ashana had a total population of 594, including 304 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Ashana?
Ashana had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashana was 56.38%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 38.63%.