Aski - Talikoti, Vijayapura
Aski is a village situated in the Talikoti taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 41 km from Sindgi and around 85 km from Bijapur. Aski village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aski is 599441. The village covers a total geographical area of 2251.92 hectares and falls under the 586118 pincode. Talikota is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Aski village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aski
As per Census 2011, Aski village has a total population of 3,711 people, consisting of 1,819 males and 1,892 females. The village has 794 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,088 literate and 1,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aski are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,711 | 1,819 | 1,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 272 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 226 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 2,088 | 1,244 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,623 | 575 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Aski
Aski 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bannihatti(p.t) | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Jalpur | West | 4.02 km |
| Bekinal | North | 4.64 km |
| Gotakhindaki | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Bhantnur | South | 5.42 km |
| Binjalbhavi | North-West | 6.09 km |
| Peerapur | South-East | 6.25 km |
| Kyatanal | South-West | 7.24 km |
| Turkangeri | North | 7.29 km |
| Bendartalhalli | East | 7.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aski
Public transport in the Aski is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Benl, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talikota to Aski is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Aski is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aski
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aski village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aski
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aski village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aski
Where is Aski located?
Aski village is located in Talikoti Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aski?
Aski is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aski?
The pincode of Aski is 586118.
What is the population of Aski?
Aski has a total population of 3,711, including 1,819 males and 1,892 females.
How many households are there in Aski?
There are 794 households in Aski.
What is the literacy rate in Aski?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aski is 56.27%. Male literacy is 68.39% and female literacy is 44.61%.