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
As per Census 2011, Ashana village has a total population of 594 people, consisting of 304 males and 290 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 594, including 304 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Ashana?
There are 109 households in Ashana.
What is the literacy rate in Ashana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashana is 46.13%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 31.03%.