Asankhede Bk. - Pachora, Jalgaon
Asankhede Bk. is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Asankhede Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asankhede Bk. is 527872. The village covers a total geographical area of 585.7 hectares and falls under the 425115 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Asankhede Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asankhede Bk.
As per Census 2011, Asankhede Bk. village has a total population of 965 people, consisting of 490 males and 475 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 625 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 243 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asankhede Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 | 490 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 121 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 359 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 131 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Asankhede Bk.
Asankhede Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asankhede Kh. | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Pahan | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Nandra | West | 3.28 km |
| Lasgaon | North | 3.46 km |
| Lakh . | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Mohadi | South | 4.83 km |
| Samner | North | 5.14 km |
| Hadsan | West | 5.36 km |
| Kurangi | North-West | 5.44 km |
| Naiknagar | South | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asankhede Bk.
Public transport in the Asankhede Bk. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maheji, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.4 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Asankhede Bk. is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Asankhede Bk. is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asankhede Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asankhede Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asankhede Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asankhede Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asankhede Bk.
Where is Asankhede Bk. located?
Asankhede Bk. village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asankhede Bk.?
Asankhede Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asankhede Bk.?
The pincode of Asankhede Bk. is 425115.
What is the population of Asankhede Bk.?
Asankhede Bk. has a total population of 965, including 490 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Asankhede Bk.?
There are 219 households in Asankhede Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Asankhede Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asankhede Bk. is 64.77%. Male literacy is 73.27% and female literacy is 56.00%.