Ashapur - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ashapur is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ashapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashapur is 476895. The village covers a total geographical area of 1268.35 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ashapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ashapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ashapur village had a total population of 3,422 people, including 1,726 males and 1,696 females, living in 738 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.22%, with male literacy at 61.68% and female literacy at 38.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,868.
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 | 3,422 | 1,726 | 1,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 262 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,868 | 1,432 | 1,436 |
| Literate Population | 1,466 | 903 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,956 | 823 | 1,133 |
Nearby Villages of Ashapur
Ashapur 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 Ashapur
Ashapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Maheshwar to Ashapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ashapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ashapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashapur 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 Ashapur
Where is Ashapur located?
Ashapur village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ashapur?
Ashapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashapur?
The pincode of Ashapur is 450554.
What is the population of Ashapur?
Ashapur had a total population of 3,422, including 1,726 males and 1,696 females.
How many households are there in Ashapur?
Ashapur had 738 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashapur was 50.22%. Male literacy was 61.68% and female literacy was 38.69%.