Asawati - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Asawati is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Asawati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asawati is 469490. The village covers a total geographical area of 1460 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Asawati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asawati
As per Census 2011, Asawati village has a total population of 2,610 people, consisting of 1,350 males and 1,260 females. The village has 501 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,503 literate and 1,107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asawati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,610 | 1,350 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 172 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 333 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 1,503 | 993 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 357 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Asawati
Asawati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bawdikheda | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Banjari | West | 2.72 km |
| Lalpura | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Gopalpura | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Pinchhala | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Kurawan | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Bapchya | South | 3.57 km |
| Bani | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Deori | East | 4.48 km |
| Barni | South-West | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asawati
Asawati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamgarh to Asawati is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Asawati is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asawati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asawati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asawati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asawati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asawati
Where is Asawati located?
Asawati village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asawati?
Asawati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asawati?
The pincode of Asawati is 458883.
What is the population of Asawati?
Asawati has a total population of 2,610, including 1,350 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Asawati?
There are 501 households in Asawati.
What is the literacy rate in Asawati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asawati is 57.59%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 40.48%.