Asro - Bero, Ranchi
Asro is a village situated in the Bero subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bero and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Ghaghra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asro is 374306. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Asro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asro
According to the 2011 Census, Asro village had a total population of 1,139 people, including 566 males and 573 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.36%, with male literacy at 75.26% and female literacy at 57.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 974.
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 | 1,139 | 566 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 77 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 974 | 485 | 489 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 368 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 198 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Asro
Asro 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumardon | North | 1.15 km |
| Cheto | West | 1.39 km |
| Hutri | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Lamkara | East | 1.97 km |
| Parsa | West | 2.33 km |
| Kairo | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Hathu | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Turiamba | South | 2.86 km |
| Kerabhita | East | 3.15 km |
| Khirda | East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asro
Asro is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagjua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Asro is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Asro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asro
Where is Asro located?
Asro village is located in Bero Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asro?
The Gram Panchayat of Asro is Ghaghra.
What is the pincode of Asro?
The pincode of Asro is 834001.
What is the population of Asro?
Asro had a total population of 1,139, including 566 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Asro?
Asro had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asro was 66.36%. Male literacy was 75.26% and female literacy was 57.23%.