Asia - Ichak, Hazaribagh
Asia is a village situated in the Ichak subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ichak and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Kariyatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asia is 368113. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 825402 pincode. Ichak is the nearest town.
Asia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asia
As per Census 2011, Asia village has a total population of 2,410 people, consisting of 1,260 males and 1,150 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,422 literate and 988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,410 | 1,260 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 185 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 256 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,422 | 822 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 438 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Asia
Asia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Asalwar | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Kutej | East | 1.10 km |
| Barwa | West | 1.25 km |
| Kariadpur | East | 1.52 km |
| Naokhap | South | 1.68 km |
| Kari | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Jalaundh | North | 1.93 km |
| Kurha | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Urka | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Gunja | West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asia
Asia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Danea, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Asia is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Asia
Where is Asia located?
Asia village is located in Ichak Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asia?
The Gram Panchayat of Asia is Kariyatpur.
What is the pincode of Asia?
The pincode of Asia is 825402.
What is the population of Asia?
Asia has a total population of 2,410, including 1,260 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Asia?
There are 451 households in Asia.
What is the literacy rate in Asia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asia is 59.00%. Male literacy is 65.24% and female literacy is 52.17%.