Asanthar

Asanthar is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Asanthar (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Mohulbana is the gram panchayat of Asanthar village.

Asanthar has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Asanthar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asanthar is 371703. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Dumka is nearest town to Asanthar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Asanthar

Below is a concise population overview of Asanthar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 626 215 411
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 37 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 N/A 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 359 132 227
Literate Population 445 147 298
Illiterate Population 181 68 113

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Asanthar village:

  • The total population of Asanthar village is around 626, including approximately 215 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 1911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Asanthar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Asanthar village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 359 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Asanthar village is about 71.09%, with male literacy at 68.37% and female literacy at 72.51%.
  • There are around 94 households in Asanthar village.

Connectivity of Asanthar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asanthar. As per the 2011 stats, Asanthar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Asanthar

Knowing the nearby villages of Asanthar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asanthar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Asanthar

Where is Asanthar located?
Asanthar village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asanthar?
The Gram Panchayat of Asanthar is Mohulbana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Asanthar?
The pincode of Asanthar is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Asanthar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asanthar is 626, with 215 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Asanthar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Asanthar village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asanthar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asanthar is 71.09%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 72.51%.