Asegaon - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Asegaon is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from Gangapur and around 16 km from Aurangabad. Asegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asegaon is 549225. The village covers a total geographical area of 798.21 hectares and falls under the 431002 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Asegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asegaon
As per Census 2011, Asegaon village has a total population of 2,356 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,120 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,441 literate and 915 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,236 | 1,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 184 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 841 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 395 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Asegaon
Asegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahapur Banjar | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Talesaman | East | 2.15 km |
| Ambegaon | South | 2.59 km |
| Ismailpur | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Khojewadi | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Fatiyabad | North | 2.86 km |
| Fatulabad | West | 3.04 km |
| Karodi | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Pekalwadi | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Wanjarwadi | East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asegaon
Asegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daulatabad, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurangabad to Asegaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asegaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asegaon
Where is Asegaon located?
Asegaon village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asegaon?
Asegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asegaon?
The pincode of Asegaon is 431002.
What is the population of Asegaon?
Asegaon has a total population of 2,356, including 1,236 males and 1,120 females.
How many households are there in Asegaon?
There are 467 households in Asegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Asegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asegaon is 61.16%. Male literacy is 68.04% and female literacy is 53.57%.