Asegaon Bajar - Akot, Akola
Asegaon Bajar is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Asegaon Baz. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asegaon Bajar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asegaon Bajar is 529794. The village covers a total geographical area of 803.7 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Asegaon Bajar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asegaon Bajar
As per Census 2011, Asegaon Bajar village has a total population of 2,826 people, consisting of 1,413 males and 1,413 females. The village has 665 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,196 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asegaon Bajar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,826 | 1,413 | 1,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 147 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,141 | 567 | 574 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 2,196 | 1,161 | 1,035 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 252 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Asegaon Bajar
Asegaon Bajar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Sawara | North | 3.00 km |
| Manchanpur | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Rambhapur | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Punda | South | 4.18 km |
| Wadner Gangai 1 | East | 4.64 km |
| Vitali | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Mohammadpur | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Sawargaon | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Dhangarwadi | West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asegaon Bajar
Public transport in the Asegaon Bajar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akot, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 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 Akot to Asegaon Bajar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Asegaon Bajar is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asegaon Bajar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asegaon Bajar 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 Asegaon Bajar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asegaon Bajar 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 Asegaon Bajar
Where is Asegaon Bajar located?
Asegaon Bajar village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asegaon Bajar?
The Gram Panchayat of Asegaon Bajar is Asegaon Baz..
What is the pincode of Asegaon Bajar?
The pincode of Asegaon Bajar is 444101.
What is the population of Asegaon Bajar?
Asegaon Bajar has a total population of 2,826, including 1,413 males and 1,413 females.
How many households are there in Asegaon Bajar?
There are 665 households in Asegaon Bajar.
What is the literacy rate in Asegaon Bajar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asegaon Bajar is 77.71%. Male literacy is 82.17% and female literacy is 73.25%.