Asegaon - Vasmath, Hingoli
Asegaon is a village situated in the Vasmath tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Basmath and around 80 km from Hingoli. Asegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asegaon is 546414. The village covers a total geographical area of 816.18 hectares and falls under the 431512 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asegaon
As per Census 2011, Asegaon village has a total population of 2,584 people, consisting of 1,318 males and 1,266 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,783 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,584 | 1,318 | 1,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 198 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 134 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,783 | 984 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 334 | 467 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dagadpimpri | South | 2.23 km |
| Marlapur | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Alegaon | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Rajapur | West | 2.70 km |
| Takalgaon | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Sunegaon | South | 3.12 km |
| Sawargaon | North | 3.29 km |
| Ekdara | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Bhoripgaon | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Injangaon | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asegaon
Asegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pimpla Chaure Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Basmath to Asegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Asegaon 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asegaon
Where is Asegaon located?
Asegaon village is located in Vasmath Tehsil, Hingoli 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 431512.
What is the population of Asegaon?
Asegaon has a total population of 2,584, including 1,318 males and 1,266 females.
How many households are there in Asegaon?
There are 484 households in Asegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Asegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asegaon is 69.00%. Male literacy is 74.66% and female literacy is 63.11%.