Asawati - Jaora, Ratlam
Asawati is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Asawati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asawati is 470080. The village covers a total geographical area of 861.07 hectares and falls under the 457336 pincode. Mandsaur is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Jaora 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 2,311 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,137 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 976 illiterate residents. Additionally, 818 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asawati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,311 | 1,174 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 156 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 818 | 411 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 828 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 346 | 630 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borwani | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Marmya | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Bhadka | West | 2.18 km |
| Ana Khedi | South | 2.79 km |
| Sihor | West | 3.48 km |
| Khajurinag | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Shakkar Khedi (dewas) | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Lasudiya | North | 3.93 km |
| Bharatpura | East | 4.38 km |
| Khaikheda | North-East | 5.01 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 Kachnara Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.0 km.
| 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 Mandsaur to Asawati is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Asawati is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asawati
Where is Asawati located?
Asawati village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam 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 457336.
What is the population of Asawati?
Asawati has a total population of 2,311, including 1,174 males and 1,137 females.
How many households are there in Asawati?
There are 521 households in Asawati.
What is the literacy rate in Asawati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asawati is 57.77%. Male literacy is 70.53% and female literacy is 44.59%.