Asura
Asura is a village located in Jhinkpani subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jhinkpani (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Asura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Asura unique in its vibrant Jhinkpani-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Asura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Asura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asura is 378276. The village spans a total geographical area of 1010.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833201. Jhinkpani is nearest town to Asura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Asura
Population of Asura
According to the 2011 Census, Asura has a total population of about 3,112, with approximately 1,471 males and 1,641 females. The sex ratio is around 1115 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 534 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 446 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,520. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.09%, with male literacy at about 54.32% and female literacy near 33.03%. There are around 623 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Asura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,112 | 1,471 | 1,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 243 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 223 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,520 | 722 | 798 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 799 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,771 | 672 | 1,099 |
Connectivity of Asura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asura. As per the 2011 stats, Asura 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Asura
Knowing the nearby villages of Asura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asura
- Where is Asura located?
- Asura village is situated in Jhinkpani Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Asura?
- Asura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Asura?
- The pincode of Asura is 833201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Asura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asura is 3,112, with 1,471 males and 1,641 females.
- How many households are there in Asura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Asura village has a total of 623 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Asura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asura is 43.09%. The male literacy rate is 54.32%, while the female literacy rate is 33.03%.