Asanpat - Majhgaon, West Singhbhum
Asanpat is a village situated in the Majhgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Majhgaon and around 64 km from Chaibasa. Asanpat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asanpat is 378518. The village covers a total geographical area of 477 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Asanpat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asanpat
According to the 2011 Census, Asanpat village had a total population of 1,490 people, including 737 males and 753 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.47%, with male literacy at 75.73% and female literacy at 57.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,322.
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 | 1,490 | 737 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 156 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,322 | 654 | 668 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 440 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 297 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Asanpat
Asanpat 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 Asanpat
Asanpat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chaibasa to Asanpat is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asanpat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asanpat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asanpat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asanpat 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asanpat
Where is Asanpat located?
Asanpat village is located in Majhgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asanpat?
Asanpat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asanpat?
The pincode of Asanpat is 833214.
What is the population of Asanpat?
Asanpat had a total population of 1,490, including 737 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Asanpat?
Asanpat had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asanpat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asanpat was 66.47%. Male literacy was 75.73% and female literacy was 57.59%.