Asarhia - Panki, Palamu
Asarhia is a village situated in the Panki subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panki and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Sakaldeepa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asarhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asarhia is 366303. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 822122 pincode.
Asarhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asarhia
As per Census 2011, Asarhia village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 124 males and 111 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asarhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 45 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 79 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Asarhia
Asarhia 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 Asarhia
Asarhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Asarhia is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asarhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asarhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asarhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asarhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asarhia
Where is Asarhia located?
Asarhia village is located in Panki Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asarhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Asarhia is Sakaldeepa.
What is the pincode of Asarhia?
The pincode of Asarhia is 822122.
What is the population of Asarhia?
Asarhia has a total population of 235, including 124 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Asarhia?
There are 58 households in Asarhia.
What is the literacy rate in Asarhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asarhia is 28.51%. Male literacy is 36.29% and female literacy is 19.82%.