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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Asarhia
According to the 2011 Census, Asarhia village had a total population of 235 people, including 124 males and 111 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.22%, with male literacy at 47.87% and female literacy at 25.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 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 had a total population of 235, including 124 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Asarhia?
Asarhia had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asarhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asarhia was 37.22%. Male literacy was 47.87% and female literacy was 25.58%.